Sikkim Skill University offers the Ph.D. in Game Design & Interactive Media with a minimum duration of 3 years, designed for scholars seeking advanced research opportunities in game design, game technologies, interactive media, artificial intelligence, virtual and augmented reality, human-computer interaction, user experience, and immersive digital environments. The program emphasizes original research, technological innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic excellence under expert faculty guidance. Scholars undertake rigorous coursework, publish research in reputed journals, present papers at national and international conferences, and complete a doctoral thesis that contributes to advancements in gaming and interactive media. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, research institutions, gaming companies, software industries, immersive technology firms, and digital innovation organizations.