GAME DESIGN
CURRICULUM
Individual courses are the building blocks of each degree program. Course requirements are structured to ensure that student study encompasses a broad range of topics and approaches, with an appropriate balance maintained among the three curricular components that comprise a liberal arts education: General Education, The Major, and Electives.
| Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisite | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAME 347 | Intro to Game Design | None | 1 | SS |
| GAME 288 | Video Game Writing | None | 1 | SS |
| ANIM 301 | Intro to 3D Animation | None | 1 | SS |
| ANIM 384 | 3D Character Animation I | None | 1 | LL |
| CINE 334 | Introduction To Film | None | 1 | SS |
| CINE 243 | Lighting For Film | None | 1 | LL |
| Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisite | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CINE 101 | Cinema Education | None | 1 | SS |
| GAME 555 | Game Studies | 10 Courses | 2 | AF |
| GAME 560 | Capstone Project | 12 Courses | 2 | AF |
| Course Code | Course Name | Prerequisite | Credits | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAME 350 | Game Cinematics | ANIM 384 | 1 | LL |
| GAME 329 | Game Design Lab | GAME 301 | 1 | LL |
| GAME 330 | Game Development | GAME 329 | 1 | LL |
| ANIM 360 | 3D Set Design | ANIM 301 | 1 | LL |
| - | Major Elective Course | - | 1 | - |
| - | FREE Elective Course | None | 1 | - |
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GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students pursuing this program must complete a total of 15 courses with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 / 4.0 in their major requirements. The program culminates in a capstone project that incorporates the skills acquired during the semesters spent at CineArts Academy. A “C” grade and above on this project is required for graduation.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Admission requirements are as follows:
New Students
Need to submit an admissions application form, that includes the following:
- A valid identity card
- Passport-Size Photo
Transfer Students
Transfer students have the exact application requirements as new students, but must also submit the following:
- A detailed official transcript from a previous academy or university.
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RELATED CAREERS
The Game Design Diploma at CineArts Academy equips graduates with a versatile skill set, paving the way for exciting opportunities in various professional fields within the gaming and interactive media industry. Graduates can become leaders in areas such as creative management, game development, marketing, quality assurance, and teaching.
Graduates with a CineArts Academy Game Design Diploma have career opportunities illustrated in the following list. Career examples include but are not limited to:
- Game Designer
- Level Designer
- Quality Assurance Tester
- Game Artist
- Game Writer/Narrative Designer
- UI/UX Designer
- Game Producer
- Educator in Game Design
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Yes! After you finish all of the required courses including the capstone project, you will receive a digital Certificate. If you wish to have a physical copy of the certificate shipped to you, you have to pay for the shipping and printing service.