NorthVoy is a free academic guidance tool for high school students. It uses a structured 9-question questionnaire to match students with their ideal university major, career paths, and universities across 20+ countries.

How does NorthVoy work?

Answer questions about your subjects, interests, strengths, work style, and goals. NorthVoy's scoring engine evaluates your answers across 9 personality dimensions and ranks the best-fit majors from a list of 30+ academic fields. Results include career paths, skill breakdowns, university suggestions, and a 12-month action plan.

What is the difference between the Quick Quiz and the Detailed Analysis?

The Quick Quiz takes about 5 minutes (9 questions) and gives you an instant first read on your best-fit majors. The Detailed Analysis takes about 12 minutes (24 questions) and adds a 16-statement personality profile plus real-life scenario questions, producing more detailed, better-differentiated recommendations. Both are free and cover all 30+ majors.

Is NorthVoy free to use?

Yes. NorthVoy is completely free. No registration is required to take the quiz and see your results. You can optionally create a free account to save your results and track your applications.

How long does the NorthVoy quiz take?

The quiz takes approximately 5 minutes. There are 9 questions covering your academic interests, strengths, work style, learning approach, and career goals.

What university majors does NorthVoy cover?

NorthVoy covers 30+ university majors including Computer Science, AI & Robotics, Business, Medicine, Dentistry, Veterinary Medicine, Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace), Creative Arts, Music, Environmental Science, Psychology, Law, Data Science, Biotechnology, Physics, Education, Finance, Architecture, Pharmacy, Sports Science, Hospitality, Media Studies, International Relations, Cybersecurity, Game Design, Nursing, Marketing, and Linguistics.

What languages is NorthVoy available in?

NorthVoy is fully available in English, Turkish (Türkçe), and German (Deutsch). You can switch languages at any time using the language selector in the navigation bar.

Does NorthVoy have information about studying in Turkey?

Yes. NorthVoy includes a dedicated Turkey Hub with information on studying in Turkey and abroad, including YKS exam types, top Turkish universities, scholarships, and city guides.

Game Design & Interactive Media

Game Design & Interactive Media is one of 30+ university majors covered by NorthVoy's free academic guidance platform. Graduates typically earn $50,000–$120,000 per year, with projected job growth of 8% (Average).

Key skills you will develop

Game Mechanics & Level Design
Unity / Unreal Engine Basics
Narrative & Storytelling for Games
User Experience in Interactive Systems
Rapid Prototyping

Career paths

Game Designer
Level Designer
Narrative Designer
UX Designer (Digital)
Interactive Media Artist
VR/AR Developer

Salary and job outlook

Graduates typically earn $50,000–$120,000 per year, with projected job growth of 8% (Average).

Highest-paying roles: Lead Game Designer, Creative Director, Technical Director.

Best countries to study Game Design & Interactive Media

United Kingdom
Canada
Finland
Sweden
United States
Netherlands

Top universities

Aalto University (Finland)
Malmö University (Sweden)
University of Skövde (Sweden)
Breda University of Applied Sciences (Netherlands)
Abertay University (UK)
University of the Arts London (UK)
Queensland University of Technology (Australia)
NSCAD University (Canada)
DigiPen Institute of Technology (USA)
Ringling College of Art and Design (USA)
Goldsmiths, University of London (UK)
USC School of Cinematic Arts (USA)

How to get started

Download Unity (free) and follow their official beginner tutorials — build your first game in a weekend.
Play games critically — analyze why they're fun, frustrating, or compelling.
Explore Game Design, Interactive Media, or Computer Science programs with a game development focus.

Your first project

Build and publish a playable game on itch.io. It could be a text adventure, a simple platformer, or a puzzle. Include a short design document explaining your core mechanic and one decision you made to improve the player experience.

12-month action plan

Jan–Mar: Learn the Tools

Install Unity (free) and complete the 'Roll-a-Ball' and 'Karting Microgame' beginner tutorials
Study basic game design theory: core loops, feedback systems, and player motivation
Play 3 games critically — write notes on what makes each one enjoyable or frustrating

Apr–Jun: Build Your First Game

Build a small complete game from scratch — even a simple puzzle or platformer counts
Learn the basics of C# scripting in Unity or Blueprints in Unreal (both free)
Share your game with friends and watch them play without explaining — observe silently

Jul–Sep: Expand Skills

Add more mechanics to your game or start a second, more ambitious project
Study narrative design: how games tell stories through mechanics, not just cutscenes
Participate in a game jam (itch.io hosts free 48-hour jams monthly) — ship something under pressure

Oct–Dec: Build a Portfolio

Polish and publish at least one game on itch.io — free hosting for indie games
Document your design process: decisions, prototypes, and lessons learned
Research Game Design programs — many require a portfolio or design documentation for admission

Study cost: Low–Moderate.

Take the free quiz to see whether Game Design & Interactive Media matches your profile.