Tuition Fee
CAD 27,520
Per course
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Game Development | Software Development | Computer Programming
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
CAD 27,520
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Sheridan's Game Development – Advanced Programming certificate offers an innovative, multidisciplinary approach to video game development. Students learn advanced programming techniques, industry-standard technologies, and collaborate with game level design students to develop an original video game capstone project. The program prepares graduates for careers in game programming, project management, and other related fields in the digital games market.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- **Begin your career – now!
- **Long recognized for excellence in animation, digital media and technology, Sheridan now brings an innovative, multidisciplinary approach to the study of video game development.
- **Our graduate certificate in Game Development – Advanced Programming presents a one-of-a-kind learning opportunity.
An integrated approach
- **Offered alongside the Game Level Design program at Sheridan's renowned Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design, our game development courses simulate a realistic work environment that integrates game programming, tool development, digital art, storytelling and project management.
- **This unique integrated approach prepares students for success in a collaborative, highly creative work environment.
Gain industry-specific skills
- **Developed in response to industry need, Sheridan Game Development courses encompass both 2D and 3D game development.
- **You'll learn advanced game programming techniques, utilize industry-standard technologies, and apply your programming skills to animation, artificial intelligence and multiplayer systems.
Additional information
- **Game programmers play a vital role in the industry, and are commonly involved in a project from initial conception through to production.
- **Combined with your degree or diploma in computer science or computer programming, the Sheridan Game Development – Advanced Programming certificate will prepare you to step directly into an exciting game development career.
- **The program’s integrated multidisciplinary approach and emphasis on applied problem-solving are unique in the field, offering the preparation employers are looking for, and advanced programming skills that stand out on a résumé.
In our program, you'll gain important industry-specific skills such as:
- Gameplay programming
- Graphics programming
- Mobile game development
- Project management
- Game documentation
- Playtesting
- Tool development
Careers:
- **Canada is a major player in the digital games market.
- **Graduates of Game Development – Advanced Programming are well positioned to attract the attention of employers in the industry.
Our certificate can lead to exciting opportunities in:
- Digital graphics
- Game level design
- Game programming
- Project management
- Software developer
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- Postsecondary diploma or degree in computer science/programming or related discipline.
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