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In the Video Game Design Diploma, students learn how to create and design a variety of games for the mobile and console video game markets. Students choose between online and combined classes delivery options to fit their busy schedules and learning styles. As part of the course curricula, students learn game design foundations, the roles, and tools of the industry, psychology of the players, and how to monetize a game. By the end of the program, students create a final project demonstrating their own game mechanics and systems in a particular game genre.
Aspiring game designers, people that demonstrate problem-solving skills, people that like to design strategies, enjoy people dynamics, and have a wild imagination. People with the technical ability to convey their ideas through video game engine software.
Aspiring video game designers who are deeply passionate about interactive media and bringing life to their game designs. People who already recognize and understand their strengths of what they can be best at, and can build a rewarding career throughout their life in the Entertainment industry.
Artists looking for general education, undecided or unknowledgeable about career paths. We recommend taking our other short introductory courses to find and recognize their strengths.
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There are morning classes and evening classes to include students in the northern and southern hemispheres.
The class schedule is subject to change depending on faculty availability.
• Small class sizes
• Two live sessions per week, one hour per session full time
• One live support class(es) per week, one hour per session
• Weekly assignments comprised by milestones and deadlines
• Online activities
• Diploma programs 20-25 hours per week
• Certificate programs 5-15 hours per week
• Class times are listed at the top of this website page
• Class times are also visible on the application form
• Flexible times for you to work and study at the same time
Game design principles and foundations will be studied during this term. The history of games will be explored to give a greater understanding of why games developed and evolved. Game player demographics and psychology will be analyzed to reveal who plays and why. The various game genres and platforms are researched and explored. Through a series of assignments, students will learn to design a game.
Duration: 3 months
The core design elements in a game will be studied by deconstructing existing games and constructing new games. Students will learn how to develop new mechanics or game features. Defining a feature list, audience personas, core loops and core mechanics of a game. The creation of a progression chart for a game is implemented using established games. Using a computer game engine student will make improvements to games.
Duration: 3 months
Students will learn the principles of good level design, increasing entertainment for the player through the application of mechanics and loops in a game. Additional tools will be introduced to help develop initial concepts. Communication and implementation skills will be optimized will the aid of these tools. The different designer roles and their responsibilities will be expanded upon.
Duration: 3 months
Students will design their own systems, levels and features within a game as their final project. This will be achieved through a series of assignments and milestones that will enable them to enhance the core elements of the game. Research of similar genre games and planning will be conducted in order to create a competitor’s analysis report. A vision statement for the new game idea will be created.
Duration: 3 months
Game design principles and foundations will be studied during this term. The history of games will be explored to give a greater understanding of why games developed and evolved. Game player demographics and psychology will be analyzed to reveal who plays and why. The various game genres and platforms are researched and explored. Through a series of assignments, students will learn to design a game.
Duration: 3 months
The core design elements in a game will be studied by deconstructing existing games and constructing new games. Students will learn how to develop new mechanics or game features. Defining a feature list, audience personas, core loops and core mechanics of a game. The creation of a progression chart for a game is implemented using established games. Using a computer game engine student will make improvements to games.
Duration: 3 months
Students will learn the principles of good level design, increasing entertainment for the player through the application of mechanics and loops in a game. Additional tools will be introduced to help develop initial concepts. Communication and implementation skills will be optimized will the aid of these tools. The different designer roles and their responsibilities will be expanded upon.
Duration: 3 months
Course codes: GAME-100, GAME-200, GAME-300, GAME-400. Students must obtain a minimum grade of a B- (73%) to successfully pass the course. Vancouver Animation School reserves the right to review and change without notice the curriculum design to meet the industry requirements.
High school graduate (with transcript), or 19 years of age or older
Prospective students must successfully pass general the assessment test in our application form. The test assesses Computer Knowledge, Internet knowledge, English reading, and Writing skills.
For the Video Game Design Diploma program, no portfolio is required. However, a letter of intent must be submitted as part of the application. If students do not have a portfolio, they may earn their way to admission by successfully passing the Introduction to Digital Arts course with a minimum grade of B- (73%).
International students with English as a second language must demonstrate a good oral and written level of English. A telephone, video call, or in-person interview is required to verify English proficiency.
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This full-time online program meets the Ministry of Education requirements to Study and Work in Canada. Classes are conducted online and onsite, and on-site lab access is available for students to interact with one another.
Students will need to apply for a Student Visa and are permitted to work for up to 20 hours per week for the duration of the program.
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