Game Art & Design
OVERVIEW
Our two-year Game Art & Design program is an intensive course that focuses on the artistic and design aspects of video game creation. Encompassing a wide range of subjects and skills, the program prepares students for diverse roles in the gaming industry, such as game artist, level designer, character designer, and environment artist. It provides a strong foundation for students to enter the competitive and rapidly evolving world of game design and development.
COURSE STRUCTURE
# | Course Code | Course |
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01 | FD01C01 | Fundamentals of 2D Digital Production |
02 | FD01C02 | Fundamentals of Animation |
03 | FD01C03 | Fundamentals of 3D with Maya |
04 | FD01C04 | Fundamentals of Sound Design |
05 | FD01C05 | Fundamentals of Game Engine |
# | Course Code | Course |
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01 | CDDPG0201 | Hard Surface Modelling |
02 | CDDPG0202 | Organic Modelling |
03 | CDDPG0203 | Texturing & Shading |
04 | CDDPG0204 | Lighting & Rendering |
05 | CDDPG0205 | Game Design & Creation |
Specialization in 3d Animation or 3d Generalist
Semester 3 - Animation
# | Course Code | Course |
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01 | CDDPG0301 | Character Rigging Fundamentals |
02 | CDDPG0302 | Character Setup & Skinning |
03 | CDDPG0303 | Expressions & Scripting |
04 | CDDPG0304 | Character & Prop Animation |
05 | CDDPG0305 | Animation & Integration |
Semester 3 – 3D Generalist
# | Course Code | Course |
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06 | CDDPG0306 | Level Design |
07 | CDDPG0307 | Game Art & Architecture |
08 | CDDPG0308 | Advance Lighting & Texturing |
09 | CDDPG0309 | Game Project Management |
10 | CDDPG0310 | Interactive Prototyping |
# | Course Code | Course |
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01 | CDDPG0401 | Demo Reel |
02 | CDDPG0402 | Portfolio and Resume Workshop |
03 | CDDPG0403 | Industry Internship/ Co-operative Education (Co-op) |
CAREER OUTCOMES
The world of Game Art & Design offers a range of career opportunities for artists. Professionals trained in this field are essential to the creation and development of video games, and their skills are applicable in multiple facets of this industry. The gaming industry is always advancing with the emergence of new technological platforms such as mobile gaming, cloud gaming, and immersive VR/AR experiences. This dynamic nature means that there is consistently strong demand for creative and skilled game art and design professionals. Those who keep up with industry trends and technologies have numerous opportunities for growth and innovation in their careers.
CAREER OPTIONS
- Program Name: Game Art & Design
- Credential: Diploma
- Method of Study: Full-time
- Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
- Batch Starts: September
- Available Seats: 6
- Domestic Tuition: C$ 8,999.00 (per semester)
ADDITIONAL FEES / PER SEMESTER
Description | Domestic Student |
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Materials | C$ 1000.00 |
Student Union Fee | C$ 75.00 |
Technology & Learning Resources | C$ 350.00 |
ADDITIONAL FEES / ONE TIME
Description | Domestic Student |
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Application Fee | C$ 75.00 |
Confirmation Deposit (non-refundable) | C$ 1000.00 |
Late Payment Fee | C$ 25.00 |
Certificate/Diploma (percopy) | C$ 25.00 |
Transcript Fee (Up to Five copies of transcript) | C$ 25.00 |