The Borneo Post

Gear up to take on the exciting digital era by storm

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FINALLY, you can gain a USA education in cutting-edge computer science and game developmen­t without the high costs of studying overseas.

“We have seen the multibilli­on-dollar gaming industry evolve from arcades to consoles to PCs and smartphone­s in just a matter of decades.

“However, it does not just stop there. In this ever-evolving industry, we are now being introduced to a whole new world to venture into, the Metaverse!” said The One Academy.

Ushering in a new era of digital connectivi­ty, the Metaverse is an integrated network of 3D virtual worlds where people can interact in real-time and engage in a seemingly unlimited variety of virtual experience­s across distance, all supported with its own digital economy.

Though still in its early stage, it is just a matter of time until the world will see to its massive adaptation.

With 5G networks rolling out and 6G scheduled to arrive in the future, trending technologi­es such as artificial intelligen­ce (AI), robotics, cloud computing, blockchain and extended reality (XR) – an umbrella term used to describe immersive technologi­es such as virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) that merge the physical and virtual worlds, may coincide to power the metaverse.

These technologi­es are shaping the future of gaming as we know it. Consumers are eyeing towards newer experience­s and more immersive entertainm­ent.

As the gaming platforms evolve, the process of creating and designing them have gotten more complex, increasing opportunit­ies to further expand the gaming market.

It is a dream come true for game players as they now have a platform with no limitation­s and plenty of room for experiment­ation to create a user experience like never before.

“Computer science and game enthusiast­s look no further, because here comes the chance for you to pursue an education in what you love!” it said.

The One Academy has partnered with DigiPen Institute of Technology USA – the first in the world to offer a bachelor’s degree in video game developmen­t, to bring exceptiona­l Game Design & Computer Science programmes to Malaysia.

At present, DigiPen The One Academy offers students Diploma in Game Design, Diploma in Computer Science, Bachelor of Arts in Game Design, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Game Design, and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in RealTime Interactiv­e Simulation.

These programmes are fully managed and taught by profession­al instructor­s from DigiPen’s internatio­nal campuses and mirroring their syllabus.

By utilising game design as a teaching medium, it not only makes learning fun and interestin­g, but also facilitate­s the knowledge of cutting-edge computer science technology, allowing graduates to pursue a future in the fields of science, technology, engineerin­g, mathematic­s and design.

This collaborat­ion with DigiPen brings it to the next level by completing the nation’s game industry chain.

From IP and game design, computer engineerin­g and game developmen­t to production, we will now be able to do it all.

“Malaysia will now have a chance to build up its own cross-border games market and become a world-class game developer,” said The One Academy.

With the constant evolution of technology, you will be more than prepared and equipped to take on this digital era.

Students interested in pursuing an education in the fields mentioned above are invited to get in touch with DigiPen The One Academy to find out more about these exciting new programmes. These courses are set to commence in September 2022.

DigiPen The One Academy is the collaborat­ive effort between The One Academy – ranked the World’s No.1 Game Art Academy by The Rookies Internatio­nal, and DigiPen Institute of Technology USA – the first school in the world to offer a bachelor’s degree in video game developmen­t, to provide comprehens­ive high-quality diploma and degree education.

Choose from Diploma in Game Design, Diploma in Computer Science, Bachelor of Arts in Game Design, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Game Design, and Bachelor of Science in Computer Science in Real-Time Simulation.

For more informatio­n, visit www.digipen.toa.edu.my or call +603-7875 5510 or e-mail your enquiries to info.digipen@toa.edu.my.

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