Overview

Through the Game Development - Game Programming degree from Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) you will explore the principles of animation visual design, while gaining hands-on experience with industry-standard programming tools and software. You will learn to develop behavioral systems and create modular code assets to enhance engaging gaming experiences. This specialization trains you in product development processes and workflows, equipping you with the skills needed to develop games that meet the highest professional standards.

Graduates of the programme are prepared to enter the dynamic gaming industry, with career opportunities in roles such as games programmers, VR programmers and games testers. Whether you’re creating your own games or contributing to a team, this programme ensures you are ready to thrive in the ever-evolving gaming industry.

This programme is PGWP eligible. Please consult NAIT website for additional information.

Career opportunities:

AI game programmer
Games programmer
Games tester
Network programmer
Virtual reality (VR) programmer

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Programme Structure

Design principles application: Apply design principles effectively to achieve animation or game product objectives, ensuring your creations are both visually appealing and functional.
Product development processes: Gain expertise in using industry-standard product development processes to create high-quality animation and game deliverables, from concept to final product.
Modular code development: Create and modify modular code assets to enhance game functionality and maintainability, optimizing your programming workflow.
Behavioural systems development: Develop systems that control specific behaviours within games, enhancing interactivity and player engagement.
Game programming workflow: Learn to develop and optimize a game programming workflow, ensuring smooth development processes and efficient project management.
Professional Conduct and Standards

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-07 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Delivered

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Campus Location

Edmonton, Canada

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Grade 11 Language Arts (English 20-2)
Grade 11 Mathematics (Math 20-2 or Applied Math 20)
Proof of English Language Proficiency

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Tuition Fees

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22050 CAD / year

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10200 CAD / year

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Edmonton

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1201 - 1992 CAD / month

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