The Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU has officially been signed, marking a new step toward strengthening student training in games and interactive entertainment across the region.
Savvy Games Group partnered with the American University of Bahrain (AUBH) under its Savvy Academy initiative to bridge classroom education with real-world production workflows.
The collaboration aims to better align academic learning with the evolving needs of the games and esports industry.
Under the Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU, students will gain access to:
🏢 Studio visits
💼 Internship opportunities
🎨 Direct engagement with Savvy’s teams in Riyadh
🛠️ Exposure to industry tools and workflows
The initiative specifically targets Media and Design students, offering them first-hand insight into professional gaming environments.
By combining theory with practical experience, the Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU aims to create a smoother transition from university to industry careers.
The Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU falls under Savvy Academy, Savvy’s broader talent development initiative focused on building a sustainable games and esports ecosystem.
Savvy Academy is actively working with regional universities to:
📚 Expand hands-on learning opportunities
🌍 Increase industry exposure
🎯 Build long-term career pathways
👥 Develop a future-ready talent pipeline
This partnership represents a strategic move to strengthen the Middle East’s creative and digital economy.
AUBH officials emphasized that the Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU will enhance student readiness for emerging industries such as game design and interactive media.
By connecting academic programs with professional studios, students gain:
Practical production knowledge
Real-world creative experience
Networking opportunities with industry professionals
Savvy leadership highlighted that early exposure to professional workflows benefits both students and the industry — helping studios connect with the next generation of creative and technical talent.
The Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU signals a broader trend across the region:
Governments and private entities investing in local talent
Universities aligning more closely with industry needs
Esports and gaming becoming strategic economic sectors
As Saudi Arabia and neighboring countries continue investing heavily in gaming infrastructure, partnerships like this help ensure that regional talent development keeps pace with ecosystem growth.
The Savvy Games Group AUBH MoU represents more than an academic collaboration — it’s part of a structured effort to build a sustainable, future-focused games industry in the region.
By combining internships, studio access, and direct industry engagement, Savvy and AUBH are laying groundwork for a stronger creative workforce.
And as the regional games ecosystem expands, initiatives like this may become a core pillar of long-term industry growth. 🎮🚀
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