Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Development Gaming

• Game Design for Sustainability: This unit will cover the fundamental principles of game design, with a specific focus on how games can be used to promote sustainable development and positive social change.

• Sustainable Systems: This unit will explore the complex systems that underpin sustainable development, including energy, water, food, and transportation. Students will learn how these systems can be modeled and simulated in a game environment.

• Player Motivation and Behavior: This unit will delve into the psychology of game players, examining what motivates them to engage with games and how their behavior can be influenced. This knowledge will be applied to the context of sustainable development, with a focus on how games can be used to encourage pro-environmental behavior.

• Game Development Tools and Technologies: This unit will provide students with a practical understanding of the tools and technologies used to create games, including game engines, programming languages, and graphic design software. Students will learn how to use these tools to create engaging and immersive game experiences that promote sustainable development.

• Game Evaluation and Testing: This unit will cover the principles of game evaluation and testing, including usability testing, playtesting, and user feedback. Students will learn how to use these methods to improve the quality and effectiveness of their games.

• Gamification for Sustainability: This unit will explore the concept of gamification, which involves applying game design elements to non-game contexts. Students will learn how gamification can be used to promote sustainable development, including in areas such as education, healthcare, and corporate social responsibility.

• Game Narrative and Storytelling: This unit will examine the role of narrative and storytelling in games, and how these elements can be used to promote sustainable development. Students will learn how to create compelling game narratives that engage players and encourage them to take action on sustainability issues.

• Game Marketing and Distribution: This unit will cover the principles of game marketing and distribution, including how to reach target audiences, build a community around a game, and generate revenue. Students will learn how to apply these principles to the context of sustainable development, with a focus on creating impactful and profitable games that promote positive social change.