Game programming is a multi-billion dollar industry that is among the fastest growing in the world. The video game industry is in need of trained programmers who can produce optimized and efficient code for computers, game consoles, web pages, cell phones and other devices. If you are creative and like to control the action, Game - Programming is for you.

Program content introduces you to fundamental game concepts including introductory computer programming in C++, C#, scripting languages, web development, and database storage techniques. You will learn mathematical calculations for advanced programming techniques required for sophisticated graphics, A.I. (artificial intelligence) and networked multiplayer games. You will broaden your knowledge by examining and implementing 3-dimensional games using industry standard libraries and game engines. Portability, modularity and efficiency of code is emphasized at all stages of instruction in addition to proper documentation and team communications.

Graduates of the Game Programming program develop a sound background in software design methodology and programming.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
Students focus on C++ and C# programming languages throughout the full 2-year program acquiring skills the industries demand. Students study Network Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Graphics Programming and a leading Game Engine. In the Final semester, students form teams to complete a final culmination project where they develop and release games to a professional market using industry project management software and development environments.

Ubisoft Montreal on our graduates:

“We are delighted with the unique training they receive at the College. It provides the training required for critical technical needs in production systems and software development support that can be tricky to staff. “

Matthew Wiazowski
Recruiting Team Lead
Ubisoft Divertissements Inc.
5505 St-Laurent, Montréal
Tel: 514 490 2079

Career Opportunities

Graduates find employment with game studios in Canada and throughout the world. We are proud to have had graduates in recent years continue on to AAA studios such as Ubisoft and Eidos (Square-Enix). This industry is experiencing job growth that is out-pacing the training of potential workers. Canada has six of the top 50 game studios in the world and this includes one of the five top studios based on product sales.

Potential positions at these studios include:

Generalist Programmer
Audio Programmer
Build / Pipeline Engineer
Database Programmer
Online / Network Programmer
Front End Developer
Graphics Programmer
Tools Programmer