B.S. in Simulation and Game Design

Transfer-only program (not for first-year students)

• An associate's degree (60 credits) at the time of enrollment is encouraged, but a minimum of 56 transferable credits is required.

Do you love playing games? Why not design them? In this program, you'll learn how to create video games, simulations, and interactive experiences. You'll dive into game design theory, computer programming basics, 3D modeling and animation, usability design, and even the application of simulations in education and other fields beyond entertainment.This degree can open doors to careers in IT, computer science, business, and visual design, or even prepare you for graduate study.If you're considering transferring, we recommend completing an associate degree in game design, visual graphics, or a related field. Check out our community college pages to see which programs align with this degree and if any articulation agreements are available.Back to Top

M.A. in Integrated Design 

Write. Design. Integrate. You'll have the skills everyone's looking for. Conceptual thinking, professional writing, and graphic design converge in this 36-credit Master of Arts program.

For current students at The Universities at Shady Grove, this program may be a good option if you are enrolled in one of the following programs:

Institution	Program
University of Maryland, College Park	B.A. in Communication
University of Maryland, College Park	B.S. in Marketing
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.A. in Communication Studies
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Digital Media and Web Technology

 

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M.S. in Cyber Forensics 

Prepare to excel in a rapidly changing field as you become an expert in investigating criminal activity involving computer and digital information systems, accounting fraud and health-care fraud. The program is designed for professionals who want to become experts at managing advanced technological resources to combat cyber threats and related financial crime.

For current Shady Grove students, this program may be a good option if you are enrolled in one of the following programs:

Institution	Program
University of Maryland, College Park	B.A. in Criminology and Criminal Justice
University of Maryland, College Park	B.S. in Embedded Systems and Internet of Things
University of Maryland, College Park	B.S. in Information Science (BSIS)
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Software Development and Security
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Cybersecurity Leadership and Policy
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Information Systems Management
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. In Investigative Forensics

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Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.) 

Public administrators in government and nonprofit organizations must keep reinventing themselves to meet the new challenges of a changing society; our Master of Public Administration program trains you to do just that.

For current Shady Grove students, this program may be a good option if you are enrolled in one of the following programs:

Institution	Program
University of Maryland, Baltimore County	B.A. in History
University of Maryland, Baltimore County	B.A. in Political Science
University of Maryland, Baltimore County	B.A. in Psychology
University of Maryland, Baltimore County	B.A. in Social Work
University of Maryland, Baltimore	M.S. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Maryland, Baltimore County	B.A. in Social Work
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Business Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Human Resource Management
University of Maryland Global Campus	B.S. in Public Safety Administration

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Doctor of Public Administration (D.P.A.)

Develop the substantive skills, knowledge and values necessary to become an executive-level leader in the government, public-sector or nonprofit arenas.

For current students at The Universities at Shady Grove, this program may be a good option if you are enrolled in one of the following programs:

Institution	Program
Bowie State University	Ed.D. in Education, (evening and weekend)
Bowie State University	M.Ed. in Education, (evening and weekend)
Salisbury University	M.S. in Applied Health Physiology
University of Maryland, Baltimore	M.S. in Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics

 

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