3D sound, Dolby Atmos, etc. This Postgraduate certificate will introduce you to the different stereo planes most commonly used by gamers in order to optimize the results of the composition”

The Universe of video games is very broad. Furthermore, considering that it is a relatively new market but one that has grown at an overwhelming pace. The soundtrack that goes along with a digital game is an element of great importance since it provides an identity directly associated with it. Consumers of the product tend to associate it with its corresponding sound. A good example of this is the theme tune of the legendary Mario Bros or the soft melody of Kingdom Hearts.

It is for this reason that video game companies are increasingly seeking to integrate their work teams composers who are able to give a unique personality to their works. This program will teach students the necessary skills and knowledge of the fundamentals of video game sound design. Through different tools and techniques adapted to the composition, a series of contents will be developed to achieve the proposed objectives in the work environment.

This Postgraduate certificate is based on the latest trends in learning techniques such as repetition of key concepts by teachers, or the use of multimedia elements for the acquisition of concepts. All of this is done through an online methodology whose main objective is to help graduates to study this degree at their own pace and with the possibility of combining it with other obligations of their daily lives. To this purpose, it offers a complete and updated syllabus, prepared by the faculty that
teaches this program.

Through a unique syllabus, you will learn the relationship between music and video game genres for a correct application of them in a professional project”

This Postgraduate certificate in Soundtracks in Video Games contains the most complete and up-to-date program on the market. The most important features include:

• Practical cases so that learning is carried out in a more direct way
• Specialized content on development and animation in video games
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

During this program, you will acquire the necessary tools to create an adequate workspace for soundtrack creation applied to video games”

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

Its multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will allow professionals to learn in a contextual and situated learning environment, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

The design of this program focuses on Problem-Based Learning, by means of which professionals must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the academic year. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts.

Acquire a portfolio as a Video Game Soundtrack creator that will boost your professional career"

TECH offers a 100% online methodology, so that you can combine your studies and not leave aside both your work and personal life."

Through a theoretical module, graduates in this program will acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to create soundtracks according to the theme of the video game itself. By learning the elements that play a role in the creation process, it is possible to obtain better results. It is worth noting that this syllabus has been created by professionals in the sector, who want students to be able to successfully develop their work in the professional field.

This Postgraduate certificate has the most innovative and complete contents for the development of quality soundtracks”

Module 1. The Soundtracks in Video Games

1.1. The Workspace

1.1.1. Acoustic Aspects
1.1.2. Preparing a Room
1.1.3. Room construction “Room into Room”

1.2. Work Tools I: Hardware

1.2.1. The Computer
1.2.2. Audio Interface
1.2.3. Listening Systems and Other Equipment

1.3. Work Tools II: Software

1.3.1. DAW
1.3.2. Kontakt
1.3.3. Plugins

1.4. The Work Equipment

1.4.1. Equipment Structure
1.4.2. Equipment Functions
1.4.3. Our Place within the Team

1.5. Types of Video Games and Musical Genres

1.5.1. Who Is the Music Intended for?
1.5.2. Music Personality and Aesthetics
1.5.3. Ratio Music vs. Genres in Video Games

1.6. Music Roles and Functions

1.6.1. Music as a Mood
1.6.2. Music as a Creator of Worlds
1.6.3. Other Roles

1.7.  Workflow in Music Composition

1.7.1. Planning, Aesthetics and Creation of the MDD
1.7.2. First Ideas and Composition of Demo Music
1.7.3. The Final Product, from the Demo to the Master Version

1.8.  Workflow in Editing and Sound Design

1.8.1. Planning and Creation of the ADD
1.8.2. Design and Editing
1.8.3. Adjustment, Synchronization and Testing on the Audio Engine

1.9. Sound Fundamentals

1.9.1. Features
1.9.2. Frequency Spectrum
1.9.3. Surround Sound

1.10. Surround and 3D Sound

1.10.1. Horizontal vs. Vertical Sound
1.10.2. 3D Audio Simulations
1.10.3.  Surround Systems and Dolby Atmos

Thanks to the knowledge you will acquire through the syllabus in this program, you will acquire the necessary skills to develop a soundtrack that brings a distinctive touch to the video game”