The American University of Bahrain (AUBH) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Saudi-based Savvy Games Group to strengthen collaboration in student training and professional development within the games and interactive entertainment sector.
Under the MoU, AUBH and Savvy Academy will explore several areas of cooperation aimed at providing students with direct exposure to professional environments in the gaming industry.
According to the statement, these include internship opportunities for students from AUBH’s College of Media and Design, as well as organized studio visits and industry engagement opportunities with Savvy Games Group’s teams in Riyadh.
Furthermore, these initiatives are designed to bridge theory with practice by allowing students to engage with real-world workflows, industry tools, and professional production environments.
Commenting on the partnership, Dr. Layal Halawani, Dean of the College of Media and Design at AUBH, said that, “We are proud to sign this MoU with Savvy Games Group, as this partnership brings significant added value to the learning experience of our students in the College of Media and Design and opens new horizons for them in the field of game design.”
“Connecting our academic programs with real-world industry experience and providing students with direct exposure to leading creative organizations reflects AUBH’s vision of preparing graduates who possess the knowledge and skills needed to excel in their careers, particularly in emerging and future-focused fields,” Dr. Halawani added.
Amr Sager, Group Chief of Staff at Savvy Games Group, said that, “By working closely with institutions such as the American University of Bahrain, we aim to support the development of a more connected and sustainable talent pipeline for the regional games ecosystem. This partnership also supports the goals of Savvy Academy, which focuses on building sustainable pathways for talent development across the region’s games and esports ecosystem.”
As per the statement, the partnership also equips students with skills that enhance their employability and readiness to contribute to the growing creative industries. Exposure to real industry environments also encourages students to explore innovative projects and future career pathways within the sector.
