Course Description
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Course Name
Videogames & Media
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Host University
Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
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Location
Lima, Peru
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Area of Study
Communication Studies, Media Studies
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Language Level
Taught In English
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Credits
3 -
Recommended U.S. Semester Credits0
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Recommended U.S. Quarter Units0
Hours & Credits
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Overview
This course explores video games as a unique and powerful medium of communication, focusing on their ability to convey narrative through player interaction and engagement. Students will analyze how video games create immersive storytelling experiences that require active participation, shaping the way messages are communicated and understood. Through a combination of theoretical exploration and practical analysis, students will learn to critically evaluate the communicative potential of video games, examining their role in contemporary media and culture. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the tools to assess the narrative and interactive dimensions of games and their broader implications as a communication medium.
Course Disclaimer
Please note that there are no beginning level courses offered in this program.
Courses and course hours of instruction are subject to change.
Please reference fall and spring course lists as not all courses are taught during both semesters.