ARTG 137: Tabletop RPG Design
University of California, Santa Cruz
Explores experimental mechanics, dynamics, themes, and aesthetics within the tabletop RPG form. In groups and individually, students will play, run, design, write, workshop, and print/produce experimental tabletop RPGs, as well as conduct usability tests focused on layout, design cohesion, and accessibility. May be repeated for credit.
Average GPA: 3.79
Grade distribution records: 205 students across 8 terms.
Grade distribution
| Grade | Students | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | 88 | 42.9% |
| A | 86 | 42.0% |
| A- | 7 | 3.4% |
| B+ | 3 | 1.5% |
| B | 6 | 2.9% |
| B- | 2 | 1.0% |
| C+ | 1 | 0.5% |
| C | 1 | 0.5% |
| C- | 1 | 0.5% |
| D | 1 | 0.5% |
| F | 5 | 2.4% |
| P | 3 | 1.5% |
| W | 1 | 0.5% |
Based on 205 student grade records across 8 terms and 2 professors.
Instructors
- Elizabeth A Swensen 168 students, Average GPA 3.76
- Dani Wright 37 students, Average GPA 3.94