Certificate in Computer Game Design
3 Courses
30 Hours per course
In-person
Certificate in as little as 1 year
Program Description
Computer games contribute $5.5 billion to the Canadian economy. Edmonton hosts almost one hundred separate game studios, with approximately the same number throughout the rest of the province. The need for new workers to fill this growing industry is constant. This certificate, which introduces some of the most important game design theories and practices, was developed in collaboration with industry experts based in Edmonton, including graduates of UAlberta’s games program who currently work in the industry. It builds on the University of Alberta’s expertise in game studies and game design, which includes decades-long collaboration with the gaming industry.
Is This Program Right For You?
This program is designed for individuals who are:
- 🗸 Game industry employees looking to upgrade their skills and practices
- 🗸 Game designers looking to differentiate themselves when applying to game design positions
- 🗸 Artists looking to create innovative interactive experiences and new media art forms.
- 🗸 High school students looking towards a career in the games industry
If you have any questions about applying to the program, please email us at cpe@ualberta.ca
What You'll Learn
- 🗸 Learn the fundamentals of game design using an industry-standard game engine
- 🗸Understand game design theories that drive game design practice
- 🗸Build game prototypes that could form the basis for your own games
- 🗸Create and implement effective user-testing practices that will allow you to polish your games to a high standard
What You'll Earn
- 🗸 You’ll add new skills and improve your game design expertise with each course. If you apply for the program and complete all the requirements, you’ll earn a Certificate in Computer Game Design.
- Approximatel Cost of the full program CAD $2,550
- Average fee for each course is CAD $850
- Pay as you go: You can pay course-by-course as you register. You don’t need to pay the entire program fee at once.
- Courses are GST-exempt
- This certificate is comprised of three courses. Each course is 30 hours in length, for a total of 90 course hours
- It’s designed for part-time study and can be completed within one year
- Students must take the certificate courses in the following order: Game Design: Prototypes, Game Design: Production, Game Design: Polish
- Grading in the courses is based on a pass/fail
- In-class components of the course are taught on weekends approximately six times per term
- Course materials are shared in CE Canvas. There are additional costs related to textbooks or reading material
You could be eligible for funding and scholarships – explore your Funding and Scholarship Opportunities.
- After you successfully complete your program requirements, you’ll receive an email letting you know when your certificate is ready. If you have any questions about your credentials, please contact the program office. Once you receive your certificate, you’ll also be eligible to become a UAlberta Associate Alumni.
- International Students are welcome to enroll and pay the same course fees as local students.
- Proficiency in English and a stable internet connection are needed to participate and succeed in our courses.
- Please note that non-credit programming does not qualify for a study permit, therefore this program cannot be used for immigration to Canada. Foreign nationals authorized to work in Canada who are prohibited from engaging in studies as a condition of their work permit are allowed to engage in distance learning courses. For more information, please contact University of Alberta International Student Services.
Additional Details
Register for Individual Courses
Core Courses
3 Course(s)