- UAB Microcredential
- Code: 5160/101
- 101th edition
- Modality: Online
- Credits: 6 ECTS
- Start date: 12/01/2026
- Finish date: 27/02/2026
- Places: 30
- Orientation: Professional
- Price: 480 €
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Special price 144 €
Group of application: Amount with the NextGenerationUE Fund discount applied
- Teaching language: Catalan
- Location: Virtual
Are you passionate about video games that immerse you in captivating stories and give you the power to decide your own path? Do you want to learn how to create your own virtual worlds filled with mystery, memorable characters, and exciting plots?
This university course provides you with the tools and knowledge necessary to delve into the fascinating world of interactive narratives and graphic adventures. From understanding their origins and theoretical foundations to mastering creation programs like Twine and Adventure Game Studio, you will learn to design and develop unique and immersive playable experiences.
Why are you interested in this study?
Bring your ideas to life: If you have stories in mind and dream of seeing them come to life interactively, this course teaches you how to transform those ideas into captivating video games.
Master creative tools: You will acquire practical skills in using Twine to create branching narratives and Adventure Game Studio to design graphic adventures with puzzles, characters, and detailed settings.
Understand the language of video games: We will deeply analyze the elements that make a narrative video game attractive and meaningful, from character design to the construction of coherent worlds.
Explore a growing field: The creation of narrative video games and graphic adventures offers a wide range of creative and professional possibilities in an ever-evolving industry.
Develop your critical and creative thinking: This course fosters your ability to analyze, design, and implement original narrative and gameplay solutions.
Apply classic narrative structures: You will learn to use the character arc, the three-act structure, and the hero's journey in your interactive narratives, giving them depth and emotion. We will explore how these classic patterns can be adapted and subverted to create innovative experiences.
Create challenging and rewarding puzzles: You will master the technique of the puzzle dependency diagram, an essential tool for designing puzzle sequences that are logical, engaging, and keep the player hooked.
What advantages does this study offer with us?
Practical and creation-oriented learning: From day one, you will immerse yourself in the creation of real projects using Twine and Adventure Game Studio, with constant support from our professors.
Active and participatory methodology: Our classes combine theory with debate, case analysis, and teamwork, fostering dynamic and enriching learning.
Personalized tutoring: You will receive individualized follow-up in the development of your projects, with constructive feedback to help you improve and achieve your goals.
Connection with a creative community: You will be part of a group of students with your same passion, with whom you can share ideas, collaborate on projects, and build a network of contacts.
Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your professional skills within the video game industry or turn your passion for video games into a creative and professional skill.
- Creation of interactive narratives with Twine
- Design and development of graphic adventures with Adventure Game Studio
- Development and presentation of projects
- Production of a project
This university course provides you with the tools and knowledge necessary to delve into the fascinating world of interactive narratives and graphic adventures. From understanding their origins and theoretical foundations to mastering creation programs like Twine and Adventure Game Studio, you will learn to design and develop unique and immersive playable experiences.
Why are you interested in this study?
Bring your ideas to life: If you have stories in mind and dream of seeing them come to life interactively, this course teaches you how to transform those ideas into captivating video games.
Master creative tools: You will acquire practical skills in using Twine to create branching narratives and Adventure Game Studio to design graphic adventures with puzzles, characters, and detailed settings.
Understand the language of video games: We will deeply analyze the elements that make a narrative video game attractive and meaningful, from character design to the construction of coherent worlds.
Explore a growing field: The creation of narrative video games and graphic adventures offers a wide range of creative and professional possibilities in an ever-evolving industry.
Develop your critical and creative thinking: This course fosters your ability to analyze, design, and implement original narrative and gameplay solutions.
Apply classic narrative structures: You will learn to use the character arc, the three-act structure, and the hero's journey in your interactive narratives, giving them depth and emotion. We will explore how these classic patterns can be adapted and subverted to create innovative experiences.
Create challenging and rewarding puzzles: You will master the technique of the puzzle dependency diagram, an essential tool for designing puzzle sequences that are logical, engaging, and keep the player hooked.
What advantages does this study offer with us?
Practical and creation-oriented learning: From day one, you will immerse yourself in the creation of real projects using Twine and Adventure Game Studio, with constant support from our professors.
Active and participatory methodology: Our classes combine theory with debate, case analysis, and teamwork, fostering dynamic and enriching learning.
Personalized tutoring: You will receive individualized follow-up in the development of your projects, with constructive feedback to help you improve and achieve your goals.
Connection with a creative community: You will be part of a group of students with your same passion, with whom you can share ideas, collaborate on projects, and build a network of contacts.
Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your professional skills within the video game industry or turn your passion for video games into a creative and professional skill.
Contents
- Fundamentals of interactive narratives- Creation of interactive narratives with Twine
- Design and development of graphic adventures with Adventure Game Studio
- Development and presentation of projects
- Production of a project
Career opportunities
Students will be able to join as narrative designers within the production team of a graphic adventure video game or create their own studio to develop a video game of this type.Scholarships and financial aid
Chek all the information on the possibilities for grants and scholarships in the page for UAB financial aids, grants and calls.
Coordinating centres
Escuela de Formación Permanente
Collaborating centres
Centre de Recerca en Comunicació Educativa SL (CRECE.cat)
Contact
Francesc Xavier Ribes Guardia
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