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Game Design and Development focuses on designing video games, board games and interactive experiences, combining creativity, storytelling, programming and visual design to build meaningful and engaging gameplay experiences.
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YOUR STUDIES
First-year studies include foundational courses in game design, creativity, writing, digital media and introductory programming.
Psychology Minor, UX Design Minor, Business (MBA pathway), Combined BA options
Faculty of Human and Social Sciences
Full-time
Hybrid
In-person and Online (hybrid).
Yes
Yes
Required
Major project / portfolio-based capstone.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
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English (ENG4U)
Mid 70s.
Not required
Not required
EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING
No formal co-op program listed.
No
Yes
Yes
Community service-learning, game jams, portfolio projects.
CAREER PATHWAYS
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Game Designer, Game Writer, QA Analyst, Simulation Designer, UX Designer, Indie Game Developer, Project Manager
Not specified
TUITION & FEES
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$6,058.92 CAD
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