The Games Ground Future Talent Scholarship
BIMM University is proud to announce that we have partnered with Games Ground to launch the Future Talent Scholarship, available to students applying to study a video games degree at BIMM University Berlin from September 2024.
Games Ground is a game festival in Berlin with a special focus on inclusivity, diversity and innovation. It started in 2023 and will have a new edition in November 2024. In its first edition, the event consisted of 37 hours of speakers delivering stage content, as well as workshops, game showcases, podcast recordings, all-day tournaments, and a cosplay contest. Throughout the year, outside of the main festival, Games Ground holds small events, workshops, and other activities for the games industry and community.
Games Ground aims to be a dynamic and accessible platform, allowing constructive exchange on equal footing between the gaming industry and its community. Tackling relevant B2B content such as business insights, career opportunities, and education, along with a vast array of exciting activities and game showcases, Games Ground is a festival for all gaming enthusiasts: members of the industry, casual and hardcore gamers and curious newcomers alike.
“We are delighted to continue our work with BIMM University Berlin for the Future Talent Scholarship. Inclusivity is one of our core principles at Games Ground, and this scholarship will create an incredible opportunity for an under-represented voice to start their career in the video games industry.” – Fernanda Pagani, Co-Founder of Games Ground.
The Games Ground Future Talent Scholarship will cover full tuition fees for a candidate beginning their studies on an eligible course at BIMM University Berlin in September 2024. The scholarship aims to support an individual from an underrepresented background or low household income who demonstrates exceptional talent, a strong creative vision, and a passion for driving positive social change through their career in gaming.
This partnership with Games Ground strengthens BIMM University’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering an environment where creativity and diversity thrive. Working together, we aim to create a more inclusive and equitable games industry, empowering the next generation of innovators and leaders in the entertainment industry’s most fast-growing sector.
Who can apply
You can apply for The Games Ground Future Talent Scholarship if you meet all the following criteria:
- You are applying to study BA (Hons) Games Art and Technology or BA (Hons) Games Design and Development in the upcoming 2024/25 academic year,
- You are a German/EU national currently residing in Germany or the EU, or currently have permanent residence/refugee status in Germany,
- You are from a low household income, and/or you are from an under-represented group in higher education.
*Under-represented groups include students who:
- are from a global majority background
- reside in Germany as a person of asylum or a refugee
- are a care leaver, care experienced or estranged
- are mature students
- are part of the LGBTQ+ community, or from a gender-diverse background
- have a disability.
How to apply
First, you must apply for a bachelor’s degree course at BIMM University Berlin starting in September 2024, via the Application Portal. Once you have applied, you will be sent a scholarship application form. If you have already applied for the Future Talent Scholarship, there is no need to apply again for the Games Ground Scholarship as your application will have already been considered.
Applications for the Games Ground Future Talent Scholarship close on 9th August 2024. Scholarships will only be awarded to those who go on to accept an offer from BIMM University Berlin and complete the enrolment process.
Help with your application
We want to ensure that your scholarship application truly shows off your abilities. We’ve put together the helpful guide below to help you achieve this.
What happens next
A panel will assess applications shortly after the scholarship application deadline. We will then contact you regarding the outcome of your application.
As this is a competitive process, we strongly recommend that all applicants independently investigate alternative funding avenues, such as BAföG.
If you have any questions, please email us at admissions@bimm-university.de.
