School of Art, Design and Media
Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
Part-Time Lecturer for AP6415 Emerging Trends in Game Design
AP6415 Emerging Trends in Game Design is a 13-week course that begins with a comprehensive analysis of the games industry's past, present, and future. Students explore how trends develop and impact the industry, making their own predictions based on evidence and research. The course requires students to dive deep into specific game genres, tracking their evolution and projecting future developments. Additionally, the course emphasizes continuous professional development through class participation, peer critique, and collaborative interaction, mirroring the soft skills essential for the games industry.
Applicants to this position will be able to demonstrate expertise in industry analysis and game studies, with a high capacity for identifying and articulating shifts in market trends, technology, and player behaviour. Applicants will be able to demonstrate passion in guiding students through rigorous research methodologies, helping them translate data and history into logical future projections. You will be responsible for fostering a high-engagement studio environment, providing frequent verbal feedback and facilitating peer critiques that build the teamwork and communication skills necessary for professional success.
Candidates should have a relevant Master’s and/or PhD in Game Studies, Media Studies, Digital Sociology, or Game Design with a track record of creative or academic practice that involves trend forecasting or industry reporting. Past teaching experience at the Undergraduate Level is preferred, particularly in seminar-style or theory-to-practice courses. Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and significant industry experience (such as Game Journalist, Strategy Lead, Lead Game Designer, or Industry Analyst) may also be considered in exceptional cases.
For more information on the course and its objectives, please refer to GDAT programme website here
Further information about the University and the School can be viewed at the following websites:
NTU www.ntu.edu.sg
Application Procedure :
Please login to the following webpage to submit your application :
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Closing date for applications: 23 February 2026. The successful candidate is expected to assume duty in August 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Hiring Institution: NTU
