Associate Lecturer – Games Studies (BA Games Design)

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The opportunity

We are seeking multiple lecturers in Games Studies, to teach on the BA Hons Games Design course across all 3 years.

Your main responsibilities will be working as part of the BA Games Design team including preparation, teaching, assessment, student support and administration of theoretical games studies across years 1, 2 & 3.

In year 1 the role typically involves teaching and supporting students in developing an understanding of how games design theory relates to practice as well as developing academic researching and writing skills. Year 2 focuses on widening the theoretical scope of students and preparation for writing a thesis proposal. In year 3 you will supervise a thesis group. You will work closely with other academic staff, including the course team, theory and practice and staff form the larger program group. You will make a significant contribution to the quality of learning and support our students receive in order to enable them to complete their studies successfully.

Hours to be agreed.

Further information should be viewed on the course pages before application:

https://www.arts.ac.uk/subjects/animation-interactive-film-and-sound/undergraduate/ba-hons-games-design-lcc

The job description is available to download below – there is no person spec with AL posts. The specific requirements are contained within this advert.

About you

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching theory ideally in Higher Education.

You will have a critical historical and theoretical knowledge of Games Design and its wider Games Studies as well as an understanding of Games and Play in the wider context of visual communications such as AR, VR, interactivity, animation and VFX.

You will have a knowledge and expertise in the global social, cultural, environmental, political and economic issues that are transforming Game Studies and Game Design practices and discourses.

You will take a dynamic and innovative approach to supporting excellent teaching, pedagogy and inclusivity.

PG Cert teaching qualification desirable or equivalent experience.

If you have any specific queries about this role please contact the course leader – r.caseley@lcc.arts.ac.uk

For general queries contact Lesley Wilkins – lcc.jobs@lcc.arts.ac.uk

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) offers an extensive range of courses in art, design, fashion, communication and performing arts. UAL is home to a diverse body of over 6,000 academic, professional and technical staff who support more than 21,000 students from 130 countries.

The University is made up of 6 renowned Colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL is ranked second in the world for Art and Design in the 2022 QS World University Rankings.

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UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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