Welcome to Global Games Academy, our global network of Higher Education Institutions around the world dedicated to Games Development that are part of the world’s first truly global university system, called Global University Systems (GUS). Online and with campuses in the UK, Canada, Germany, India, and Singapore, we offer a unique opportunity for students to collaborate and create games globally, linking with the regional and global games industry. Our active student body benefits from a network of global leaders and experts in the games industry. Join us and become a part of our global community of game changers.
At Global Games Academy, our mission is to empower groups and individuals with cutting-edge education and skills in game development. Through industry-designed degree programs, continuing education, consulting services, and partnerships, we foster innovation and success in the games industry. Our network and events connect creators and professionals worldwide, driving growth and collaboration
Our
Vision
We offer in-person and online degrees in game development topics such as game design, games art, animation, games audio and storytelling. Our courses are designed by industry experts and can be accessed through the member institution sites.
Course Degrees
We offer continuing education programs or boot camps for professionals seeking to upgrade their skills or transition into the game development industry. Our programs are monetised through tuition fees or corporate sponsorships.
Continuing Education Programs
Our consulting services provide expertise in game development curriculum design, faculty training, program evaluation, and industry partnerships. We work with educational institutions, businesses, and organizations to enhance their game development initiatives.
Consulting Services
We publish educational materials through our Future Learn Partners for online resources related to game development and offer them for sale or licensing to schools, colleges, and training centres worldwide.
Publishing and Licensing
Our student-led global development studio creates and publishes original games. We generate revenue through external funding and partnerships, providing hands-on experience for aspiring developers.
Game Development Studios
We host virtual or in-person events, workshops, and conferences focused on game development trends, best practices, and networking. Attendees can benefit from valuable insights and opportunities while supporting the advancement of game development education.
Events and Conferences
Partnerships and Sponsorships
We forge partnerships with game development companies, technology firms, and industry associations to collaborate on joint initiatives, sponsorships, and co-branded events. Our partnerships provide funding, resources, and opportunities for cross-promotion.
Online Marketplace
Our online marketplace showcases and sells game projects, assets, or intellectual property created by students, alumni, and independent developers. We facilitate transactions and provide a revenue-sharing model to support creators.
Membership Programs
We offer membership tiers that provide access to exclusive content, resources, networking opportunities, and discounts on courses or events. Our membership levels cater to students, professionals, educators, and industry stakeholders.
Our Expertise
Prof. Dr. Peter Konhäusner
Vice President (Partnerships & Collaborations) - Gisma, DE.
Over 25 years ago, he started his career as a serial entrepreneur in the field of digital entertainment. Bringing the first ever printed games magazine to life in Austria as a primary step, he successfully scaled his startup to one of Europe's leading full service media powerhouses, operating in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and Turkey, covering topics as diverse as men's health, cooking & hospitality and reaching 65+ Mio. people per month via online, print, TV & radio.
Building up the company from scratch with departments such diverse as editorial, tech and sales as well as raising revenue to 7 figures, fuels his passion for creating lasting positive impact and driving change. Key drivers for success identified was a service and product diversification on pillars such as own publications, license deals and tech developments - influenced by an extensive network of industry professionals and veterans.
His passion lead to becoming a mentor, business angel and startup advisor for various companies, accelerators and incubators. He was hired as an intrapreneur to build and spin-off one of Europe's largest marketplaces for virtual (gaming) items. Up to nowadays he is running his own media & marketing agency in Berlin and is actively engaged with various startups and SMEs.
Peter worked at Deloitte and acquired his PhD in Marketing with a focus on learnings drawn from digital platforms for the banking industry of tomorrow. He is the Vice President (Partnerships & Collaborations) at Gisma University of Applied Sciences in Potsdam, Germany.
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Dr Bobbie Fletcher
Associate Dean in Games -LCCA, UK
With over 20 years of experience in Games education, she is developing a flourishing new Games Undergraduate portfolio, based on industry practices and experiencial learning at London College of Contemporary Arts.
Formerly as Head of Department for Games and Visual Effects at Staffordshire University, she made a significant contribution to the University’s academic portfolio and reputation as a leading digital university, which is in no small part due to the vision and the development of a vibrant Games undergraduate portfolio, which she led from inception to become a department of 2000 games students. Expanding on this success Bobbie created the first dedicated esports degree in the UK. This trailblazing degree has created a new area of study within the UK HE and FE ecosystems. She is well known within the games sector, being nominated for the MCV/DEVELOP Women in Games Awards 2022 in the category of Educational Impact.
Bobbie has also worked with governmental organisations to influence local and national policies in the advancement of games and esports and have been PI and CO-I on several successful research and innovation bids totalling £5.4 M
Our Partners
