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The Advanced Game Development program is an intensive two-year, full-time curriculum featuring professional-grade courses in essential game development areas: art, design, coding, and project management. Participants will develop multiple assignments, projects, and complete games to build a professional portfolio ready for the gaming industry.
Execute both junior-level and professional-grade live-action and fully computer-generated (CG) sequences. Master real-world lighting methods in CG settings, capture footage using industry-standard techniques including data collection, green screen, cinematography basics, and more. Seamlessly incorporate student-created CG elements and animations into live-action scenes and game environments. Develop game mechanics, create stunning visuals, and implement functional code across numerous game prototypes and final products. Learn to transform concepts into compelling interactive experiences while working within strict creative and deadline constraints.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Or
English 30-1, English 30-2 or equivalent
Or
Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admissions Test
And
Portfolio submission of 15-20 pieces of artistic/technical work (e.g., sketches, renderings, games, design variations, code snippets) in digital format.
English language proficiency requirements:
IELTS Academic: 6.0 with minimum band score 6.0, Pearson Test of English (PTE) A: 59-64, TOEFL: 83, Canadian Academic English Language (CAEL): 50