MS in Game Programming

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Game Programming equips students with advanced skills in game development, covering fields like software engineering, computer graphics, and artificial intelligence. Emphasizing the connection between theory and practice, the program prepares students for the current needs of the game industry. Notably, 92% of graduates secure employment or further education within six months, with a median salary of $75,000.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Science in Game Programming is designed for those interested in game development programming at the highest level, including real time computing, computer graphics, and professional retooling for the game industry. Students will learn about software engineering, computer graphics, artificial intelligence, animation, software architecture, and networking. The game programming degree addresses the real-world needs of industry through special, topic-based classes. Courses are taught with a mixture of theory and practice. Covering both emerging trends and proven knowledge, the program's content is always relevant and current. This combination of approaches allows students to understand the connection between realized applied systems and issues they'll likely face professionally in years to come.

Teaching:

Courses are taught with a mixture of theory and applied practice. Covering both emerging trends and proven knowledge, the program's content is always relevant and current. This "best of both worlds" combination allows students to understand the connection between realized applied systems and issues they'll likely face professionally in years to come. The faculty in the game development program—including renowned industry leaders serving as adjunct instructors—bring a real-world perspective to the classroom.

Careers:

92% of reporting School of Computing master’s graduates were employed, continuing education, or not seeking employment within six months of graduation $75,000 median salary reported by School of Computing master’s graduates six months after degree completion

Other:

• The program is STEM-designated and can qualify international students to extend their post-graduation stay in the United States.
• Students have access to all CDM labs, but there are several that intersect with the program specifically, including game development and research, gameplay, virtual reality, and playtest and usability labs.
• Specialized, hands-on experience—in global software development, software methodologies such as SCRUM, and parallel computing architecture thorough CUDA—gives our students an advantage in highly competitive job market.
• DePaul Esports Gaming Center, open to the DePaul community, is a place to flex your competitive edge in various esports titles.
• DePaul Fundamental Research in Academic Gaming (DeFRAG), provides events and resources in gaming for both entertainment and education.
Its focus is the production of high quality game experiences that are delivered on commercial platforms.
• The degree can be completed entirely online.
One hundred percent of the program’s lectures—from audio and video to whiteboard writing and supplemental materials—are captured and available online.