Game - Programming (Optional Co-op)
Study location | Canada, Ontario, Toronto |
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Type | Advanced Diploma, College |
Nominal duration | 3 years, plus 3 Optional Co-op terms |
Study language | English |
Course code | 3109 |
Tuition fee | CA$19,503 per year The fee is for the 2024–2025 academic year and includes tuition (CA$17,722), health insurance and ancillary charges. The fees displayed are estimates only for two semesters and are subject to change. |
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Registration fee | CA$400 one-time The registration fee includes the non-refundable application fee (CA$100) and the refundable deposit fee (CA$300). |
Accommodation fee | CA$1,800 per month The above fee is an estimated amount for living expenses for one month.
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Entry qualification | High School / Secondary Education (or higher) To be eligible for admission, you must possess a high school diploma including these required courses (or equivalents):
The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. |
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Language requirements | English If you did not complete two or more consecutive full years at a recognized secondary or post-secondary education institution in a school where English is the primary language of instruction and communication, you must provide one of the English language proficiency tests below:
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Overview
With training from Centennial College’s Game – Programming, you’ll graduate with an advanced diploma and the know-how to launch a career in the game software industry.
Whether you love the classics or today’s technologically advanced games, in this interactive gaming program’s courses, you’ll participate in various phases of game development, such as:
- Game design
- Three-dimensional graphics programming
- Simulation design
- Multiplayer online game programming
This advanced diploma technology program will also focus on object-oriented software design methodologies and user-oriented interface design, software testing and QA, C#, Java, advanced graphics, web game programming, HTML5/JavaScript, Unity3D and mobile application development.
Two software development projects will be included to underscore the curriculum’s applied focus. These “real world” game/simulations/applications will require you to utilize all the technical and business skills acquired during your studies to build high-quality software.
Co-op Option
The co-op option will allow you to gain hands-on experience while you complete three co-op work terms as an employee in the field. This experience not only allows you to put classroom learning into practice but will also provide valuable contacts for your future career.
To participate in this co-op option, you must complete an application process in the second semester. If academically qualified, you may be admitted to the co-op program.
When you graduate, your diploma will highlight the co-op credential.
Career opportunities
- Software developer
- Game programmer
- User interface developer
- Mobile application developer
- Software tester
- Computer programmer
- Systems analyst
- Business analyst
- Web application developer
- Database administrator
- Applications or software support