Concepts of Game Studies, 5 cr

Tampere University

Description
Completion options

Teaching periods

Course code

GS.120

Language of instruction

English

Academic years

2024–2025, 2025–2026, 2026–2027

Level of study

Advanced studies

Grading scale

General scale, 0-5

Persons responsible

Responsible teacher:

Jaakko Stenros

Responsible teacher:

Johanna Blom

Responsible teacher:

Leland Masek

Responsible organisation

Faculty of Information Technology and Communication Sciences 100 %

Coordinating organisation

Communication Sciences Studies 100 %

This course provides an in-depth discussion on the key concepts of game studies. The function of concepts, and their limitations, in both everyday language and academic theories are explored. The students also define and critically challenge concepts from chosen topic areas.

Learning outcomes

Further information

Studies that include this course

Completion option 1

Participation in teaching

Lectures (English)

21.10.2024 – 08.12.2024