Bachelor of Creative Media and Game Technologies (Short Degree)

CMGT - Where Creativity Meets Technology! Dive into a world where virtual reality games, interactive videos, and movie visual effects share common ground. Join us for a blend of creativity, cutting-edge tech, and hands-on experience. Creative Media and Game Technologies (CMGT), where the boundaries between virtual reality games, interactive videos, and cinematic visual effects blur into a realm of limitless possibilities. In today's dynamic digital landscape, these innovative products are not just entertainment; they are the result of collaborative teams that harmonize creativity, technology, and real-world expertise.

CMGT is your gateway to mastering this enchanting fusion. As a student, you will embark on a journey that empowers you with the skills and knowledge to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of creative media and game technologies. We believe that the magic happens when imagination is fueled by cutting-edge technology and enriched by hands-on experience.

Join us, and let your passion for creativity and technology converge in an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and the transformation of ideas into immersive digital experiences. The world is waiting for your unique contributions to the realm of creative media and game technologies.

Saxion University of Applied Sciences is one of the largest institutions of higher education in the Netherlands, with close to 27,000 students (and still growing!). Saxion has three campuses in the East of the Netherlands - one campus in each of the three Dutch cities of Deventer, Enschede and Apeldoorn. We are very proud of our diverse student body. Our international student population tops 2,500 students with a total of 95 different nationalities.

Great career prospects

Our campuses are located within the innovative heart of Europe, nesting innovative industries for more than 100 years. It is now housing startups and offers promising career prospects. Saxion’s way of teaching is closely bonded with the working field, which prepares you to enter tomorrow’s job market with the strongest professional skills. At Saxion we deploy problem-driven learning, and our study projects are developed in tight collaboration with the work field. You will learn through a practice-based approach and build practical experience. This type of education is specific to Universities of Applied Sciences (HBO in Dutch).

Excellent locations

Saxion is located in the Netherlands on three different campuses. All three Saxion campuses (located in the cities Enschede, Deventer and Apeldoorn) are within walking distance from the train station. The Dutch train network is excellent so it's easy to travel to and from Saxion, to other cities and even other countries! Saxion’s campuses are in areas where housing is cheaper and easier to find than in the rest of the Netherlands.

Affordable and accessible student housing

Our campuses are located in lively cities in the east of the Netherlands. This area provides a bubbly city life with more affordable and accessible housing compared to other student cities in the Netherlands. We also support and assist our international applicants in their search for their housing with webinars and other informational material.

A genuine second home

We understand that studying abroad can be a challenging experience, which is why our International Office offers a range of support services for our international students, starting right from the start! These include help with landing smoothly in the Netherlands and at Saxion, finding housing, applying for insurance and getting a Visa. Saxion is an open community for one and all, a genuine second home for our international students!