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Prepare for a successful career in video game development and learn to implement game mechanics, optimize production and manage the development process as part of an independent business.
Game Development – Programming provides you with the applied mathematics and coding skills needed to help create and support interactive gaming experiences. If you’d like to focus on the visual design aspect of games, check out Game Development – Art.
Programmers are a vital part of the game design process, laying the groundwork and implementing game mechanics while ensuring everything runs efficiently and error-free. Through the Game Development – Programming advanced diploma, you’ll build crucial object-based programming skills, explore modern innovations in game development and learn to use an industry-standard game engine to create 2D and 3D prototypes. You’ll also build collaboration and business skills and learn to manage, develop and market an independent game development business.
Applied learning and practical work experience are vital to your success in this program. To help build your confidence and professional skillset, you’ll study in a collaborative, team-based environment, learn to solve real challenges and produce work that meets and exceeds industry standards. Throughout the program, you’ll work with students from Game Development – Art to create games, gain crucial collaboration experience and build a relevant portfolio to showcase your talents.
In this program, you’ll develop crucial coding, mathematics, narrative design and business management skills. Throughout the program, you’ll collaborate with classmates and artists to plan and develop a new video game prototype each term.
Explore object-oriented programming and build fundamental skills in an industry-standard game engine.
Build on your game development skills while collaborating with other programmers and technical artists.
Apply your knowledge through a co-op work placement or industry project and learn to solve real production challenges as you complete group projects.
Collaborate on increasingly complex prototypes while you refine your game development knowledge.
Complete a major research project and finish assembling your professional portfolio.
Excel with practical learning and experienced instructors, all focused on your success. With an employer-driven education, you won’t just be ready for a career – you’ll be prepared to stay in front of what’s ahead.
As a Game Development – Programming graduate, you’ll develop practical skills, technical expertise and work experience using the same state-of-the-art equipment as major studios and industry experts. With this career-focused education, you’ll have everything you need to create engaging, high-quality experiences and adapt to industry innovation.
To complete major projects, you’ll partner with Game Development – Art students to design, build and test fully functioning games. This studio-based experience will teach you to work with technical artists and designers and build crucial collaboration skills, setting you apart from the competition.
At RRC Polytech, we understand the power of applied learning. Through Game Development – Programming, you’ll explore industry-standard techniques and best practices by building fully functioning games, creating a professional portfolio that showcases your programming, problem-solving and collaboration skills.
The gaming industry is constantly growing as game development technology changes and evolves. Learn to create innovative games and ground-breaking experiences and prepare to make your mark with a variety of exciting career opportunities.
“The unique way the learning is structured will give students the opportunity to learn about this in-demand field in a way that aligns with how real-world studios actually work.”
Louie Ghiz – Executive Director
New Media Manitoba
As a Game Development – Programming student, you are passionate about video games and interactive experiences. You want to learn more about the video game industry, discover how your favourite games were made and turn that passion into a lifelong career. You’re also an analytical thinker who loves solving technical problems and exploring new technology.
Students that excel in this program often share these interests, skills and personality traits.
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Ensure signup goes smoothly and understand program requirements before registering. Review required documents and procedures to make sure you’re prepared to enter this program.
Explore our Catalogue for more detailed information, including a program outline, course descriptions and everything you’ll need to plan and prepare for your future success.
Your future is within reach, and we’re here to help you achieve it. Experience industry-focused opportunities available at RRC Polytech and develop the knowledge and skills to grow, lead and excel in your future career.
Support yourself while pursuing your RRC Polytech education. You may be eligible for loans, grants and scholarships to help tackle your financial needs.
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