BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (GAME INNOVATION)

Programming fundamentals is an introductory course designed to equip you with a foundational understanding of programming principles and the ability to break problems down using computational thinking.

This course aims to develop your critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing you for advanced study and a promising future in Technology.

This subject area introduces the key concepts required to facilitate balanced and tested game designs. In groups, students are expected to design, test, and iterate upon a board game using research–based conclusions to continuously improve it over the development cycle.

Studying the language and application of game mechanics aims to help students to be able to assess the construction of the production side of gameplay, seeing how different elements within a game environment interact with one another to form the whole. This will be analysed for a range of features, the player input, the interdependency of mechanics, feedback mechanics and the game loop.

This is expanded upon further by introducing metrics – the numerical and statistical values within and about a game. Students discover how metrics can be used to assist the challenging task of testing and balancing games. Ethical considerations around game testing will also be addressed, particularly in terms of what data on users it is ethical and reasonable to capture for metrics and by what methods.

The aims of the module are to introduce students to foundational knowledge and understanding regarding game mechanics, dynamics, and aesthetics, to centre the student's portfolio of work in the university journey and to centre the importance of testing, feedback, and iteration in the game development cycle.

• Philosophy of Marxism and Leninism
• Political Economics of Marxism and Leninism
• Scientific Socialism
• History of Vietnamese Communist Party
• Ho Chi Minh Ideology
• Physical Education
• National Defense

By the end of the programme students are expected to have knowledge and critical understanding of:

• Apply data-driven insights and advanced engine tools (Unity and Unreal Engine) to evaluate gameplay mechanics and support strategic design-balancing for mobile and cross-platform titles.
• Demonstrate knowledge of sustainable game development life-cycles, incorporating ethical monetization strategies and responsible player-engagement principles.
• Leverage high-level programming languages (C++ and C#) to optimize game performance, improve user experience (UX), and drive technical innovation in interactive media.
• Develop and implement original game IPs and innovative mechanics aligned with the competitive advantages of the Vietnamese market and global industry trends.
• Analyse and address the challenges of launching, scaling, and sustaining indie and AA studios, focusing on the business principles of the global and domestic games ecosystem.
• Evaluate cross-cultural and ethical challenges in game content and community management, considering diverse global perspectives and localized player behaviors.
• Demonstrate professional communication skills through technical documentation, pitch presentations, and structured argumentation within both academic and studio contexts.
• Engage in collaborative "Studio-model" projects and research-based prototyping to drive innovation in game design theory and digital transformation.
   

The programme will ensure students will gain the following skills and attributes:

• Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Apply analytical reasoning to both practical and theoretical challenges, demonstrating effective problem-solving capabilities.
• Communication & Digital Literacy: Communicate effectively across diverse formats and audiences, utilising a range of media while demonstrating proficiency in digital tools and technologies. 
• Professional & Commercial Awareness: Exhibit a strong understanding of corporate and commercial environments, adapting to dynamic and international business challenges.
• Ethical & Sustainable Decision-Making: Integrate ethical reasoning, corporate social responsibility, and sustainability principles into decision-making within their discipline.