Joris Kok is ambassador for Creative Media and Game Technologies

Joris Kok

6 year student Creative Media and Game Technologies

Comes from Netherlands

Hi! I'm a Creative Media and Game Technologies student in my third year. I can answer your questions regarding the study and/or student life around it (especially for internationals).

Joris Kok

Answered questions

Could you please provide me with information about the courses that will be available in the upcoming semester, particularly those related to digital animation, 3d modelling, visual effects, or any other relevant fields?

Hello! Please advise on what grades are required for the CGMT course and how strict the grades are. Also if Media Studies and Music can be accepted as an A level.

Hi iam a cmgt student and currently I still got no housI am to stay during my stay for SDP programme but the bsn registration day is near is there any possible solution for this problem?

For the artistic role, a drawing pad is required. We were wondering how this pad is used. Is it used as a replacement of the mouse or to crate drawings. Mainly to decide, do we need a drawing pad or display?

Hello, On the website with starter information: for Laptop -Required for ALL ROLES You ask for i7 processor. Is processor AMD Ryzen™ 7 7840HS also acceptable?

I am currently actively studying and I have transferred to 2nd grade. If I apply to your school, can I make course equivalence and continue to the 3rd grade? Or do I have to start from the 1st grade?

Hoe gaat het met stage's, kan je ook buitenland stage lopen? Zoja, waar zoal en voor hoeveel weken/maanden? Helpt school met stage zoeken?

Is het te combineren met werk? Dat je bb half half doet, 2 dagen school en 3 dagen zelfstudie/werken?

Hi, ik twijfel of mijn portfolio goed genoeg is voor de opleiding. Ik ben vooral geïnteresseerd in creative design en al mijn creaties zijn met pen/potlood/schilderen gemaakt. Is dat goed? Ik heb geen ervaring met 3D-modeling en game design

HI.I apologise it may sound offensive, being in competițion with other universities. Still, do you know if at Breda uni. And Saxion, are we restricțied to create everything in unreal/unity? can we make game assets in blender for admission ?

HI, Im Joseph. I want to apply next year for the creative media and game tech. full course. I want to ask. As I'm currently preparing my portofolio, Am I allowed to create my game assets in Blender, and then transfer it to Unreal?

Hello, i wanted to ask if creative media and game technologies specializes in teaching students to develop AAA games like Applied University of Breda, or more on a broad spectrum?

Hallo, waar kan ik de kosten vinden voor deze opleiding

Hello, I am interested in studying at Saxion, I was wondering if are there any student union or club that exchange students can join? Especially correlated with the creative industry. Thank you

Hello beautiful people, I am a priest in my local church and i need to make games for our church community. Do y'all teach how make game for church?!? Greetings, Priest Priest

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I will have an English exam coming (the test is B2) in my country, is it also okay or do I have to do those English test what is in requirments?

1 Hi, if I decide artists one am I learning about animation too (like also 2D (cartoons))? 2 And can be more creative? 3 Also what is the main difference on artist and designer? 4 Also if I have some financials problem can I pay after?

i am doing bsc multimedia and animation right now , i wanna know can i apply to study there with my 5th semester marksheet or do i need my sixth semester marksheet

I see article about Saxion CMGT Major are using the unity as their software for some of the course. I’ve been using Unreal engine 5 for the last 2 Years for my projects, is it possible if im sticking to Unreal during the creation process?

Greetings, i have a question regarding my future plan in CMGT. Im planning to build a desktop for my needs in this program (i will bring a laptop too but only use the laptop during the classes/studio time). I appreciate the feedback

What is the percentage of women and men in this course?

Can I study this major abroad at the age of 24 and am I allowed to apply for a school scholarship?

Hello, is there any set number of exams for the first year of CMGT? And if there are, what percentage of the final grades do the exams take?

Can I speak with someone on the program?

Hey! I'm a computer science grad passionate about games. I've some experience and taken related courses but lack design/modeling skills. Wondering if I'm eligible for SDP and seeking advice to enhance my resume in the next 3 months. Thanks!

Hey, I want to study CMGT and I’m looking for some notebooks. Are there notebooks you would recommend? Also, if there are any students who are working with apple devices, if yes, which MacBook? Is it good enough to work with UNITY, etc? Thx

I am interested in CMGT and I would like to get an impression of the course times because I will have to travel every day. Can you f.e. tell me about the CMGT schedule of this year: What times do the days begin? Often a first hour or not?

goodday my name is karim i currently live in the netherlands. i am 27 years old and i always had a huge interest in gaming. my question is i dont have any requirements to apply for an education at saxion is it still possible for me to apply

Is the intake assessment the same for people applying for the Creative Media and Game technologies Short Degree Program?

Hi, I want to apply for the Creative Media and Game technologies short degree program and I wanted to ask, what level of portfolio is required? I have worked as a graphic designer, and have a degree in fine art but no prior knowledge of 3D.

I was enrolled at the university late in July, so I couldn't apply for a dorm at Saxion. The school year is about to start and I still don't have a place to live. Can you advise me where I can find help?

What is the credit requirement for a positive BSA? I.e., how many credits do you need, out of the 60 ECTS/year, in order to progress to the next academic year?

Hello! Does the theme of the game you need to make for the intake change? Is it always based on one of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals? Is it going to be the same for applicants next year(2024)?

I part 2 of the interview preparation, the sdg game, also the same each year?

Hello, I am in my fourth year of secondary school and I'm thinking of doing the cmgt bachelor after I graduate, which should be in 2025. I was wondering if the intake process is the same each year or not.

Dear Saxion Team, we would like to visit the University during June. Is it possible to see the campus and the CMGT area during June ?

Is it okay to start working on your intake (game project) before you apply?

Can I put fanfictions I have written or the story of original characters, that are connected to already existing piece of media, I have written about in my portfolio?

do you have online class international program?

what coding programe do you use mostly?

Hello. My name is Valeria. A am from Ukraine. Do you have discount or scholarships for Ukrainians people on 2023-2024 study year?

Is there a discord server for intakers for the CMGT program?

Hey I am thinking of doing this study with the design category, and I want to start building up a portfolio. But what can I show that would satisfy saxion?

what are the fees yearly?

if i decide i like designing more than programming can i switch programmes?

Can i apply with little knowledge of coding? And extremely small knoledge in 3D programs

i want to apply for this study this year but i dont really know what i need to put in my portfolio since i didnt draw a lot etc. and the things i made i didnt save.

Hello I am a first year student at CMGT in another university and my questions are : Is it possible to change in this university without loosing this year? What engines are you using during the 1'st year program ?

Do you need any portfolio to apply?

the tuition fees for non EU students that are mentioned in each course pages that refers to fees for one year?

fees mentioned in all the courses are of 1 year?

Hello, I am very excited about my intake process and I have already applied and made my game. I wanted to ask around what time did you receive your letter and book your interview? Thanks in advance :)

So I'm not yet starting with studies. I'm in my third year of middle school. But I'm wondering if you need specific laptops or or tablets. Like does the school itself pay for that or do you need to pay for it yourself?

Hello, I am interested in CMGT and I want to pay a visit to campus on 17 of November. Can someone help me with a guided tour? How does a typical student day looks like?

Hello guys⚘ I'm Parsa and I'm planning to study IT/Game in NL. I'm currently studying mathematics theories diploma (iranian high-school) and the last semester will be finished by July 2023. Can someone tell me what should I do in order?

I’m currently working on my portfolio, but I haven’t painted my drawings yet. I’m not really skilled at painting, especially with paint. Is it okay if I use other methods for colouring, like markers?

Hey! I'm thinking of applying next year and was looking at the different routes I can take. The subjects from both Designer and Artist interest me. What are my options (perhaps in the future) if I end up wanting to do both?

Hello! My name is Darius and I have a question. I heard that you could apply with a B2 english level certificate , is that true? And if it is can someone give me a more detailed explanation because I would love to join this programme Thanks

Hi. I'm thinking about applying to your program and I'm wondering how important is my school grades or my portfolio is more important?

Hey! What does the intake process look like? Is there some kind of test you'll have to pass on top of fulfilling the language and diploma requirements? :)

I am 38 years old, I have designed & published x3 board games in Iran Local Market(as side job). I have already got a BA in my country. Please let me know if I am eligible to apply for this BA program or not? Thanks Soheil Ahmadi

Will i become a full AR Developer after my degree?

Hello! I've a question for the CMGT study. When will we get a list of programs that we'll need to have? Will we also be paying for the licenses of said programs or does the school maybe have partnerships/sponsorships? Kind regards, Jan

What kind of drawing tablet should I buy? (artist role) Are there any requirements? Is an apple ipad okay for example?

Hello! Since I’m short in time and i haven’t created game before I feel insecure about my IT skills.Does the portfolio have more impact than the game we create for the university admission? Should I focus more on my art rather than coding?

Is it possible to choose more than one role? For example, both Engineer and Artist are things I would love to do, and I'd like a real challenge, but could you do both? Cause I can imagine the schedules overlapping quite a bit.

Hello! I hope you are able to help. would you be able to advise whether there will be computers available for students to use in the University campus to complete their coursework such as editing, rendering etc? Thank you.

What kind of cost do you need to pay for if you start this course.

Do I need to do a intake assignment?

Where do I download the official confirmation letter from the IND? It says "Upload documents -> 'Visa approval' within 2 weeks from now", but I can't find it under Upload Documents. More clear steps to how to find it?

Can I learn 3d modeling (objects or characters) and animation (mocap) here?

I'm interested in the study, but am scared my drawing skills aren't up to speed. Would this be a problem if I want to go into the design side of things or is there room to learn and improve during the course?

in the intake says show sketches of the game. what does it really mean by sketches?

should I go to art courses to prepare myself for the portfolio?

What is the expected level of competence with these programs upon entry to the study?

I have a couple of questions about living abroad, studying at the university, and the requirements for applying.

how hard is it to accepted at saxion university of applied science?