Game Level Design
(see below for information on our Game Development - Advanced Programming Program)
Apply your artistic skills and training to a career as a game level designer.
Program Information
Long recognized as a world-class training ground for computer animators, Sheridan is now leading the way in the training of industry-ready game design professionals.
If you already have a degree or diploma in an art-related discipline, and love gaming, this graduate level program could be your entry into an exciting field. The game level designer is responsible for designing the game spaces in which the player competes. The new Sheridan graduate program in Game Level Design offers unmatched preparation for that niche, focusing on the specific skills employers seek in game level designers.
Developed in response to industry need, the Sheridan three-semester Game Level Design program simulates a realistic work environment in which artists and programmers integrate their skills. You will use the computer screen to express and communicate level design concepts and gain practical skills for applying knowledge in work situations. In your final semester, youll collaborate with graduate-level programmers from the Faculty of Applied Science & Technology (FAST) to develop a quality video game capstone project.
A Well-Rounded Skill Set
The Sheridan game level design courses focus on offering applied, real-world skill development. Assignments and class work focus on case studies, simulations, and lab projects. You willl learn both 2D and 3D game design, while gaining industry-specific skills in:
• story and scripting
• cinematography and sound
• multi-player systems
• game documentation
• play testing
• project management
Ontario's digital game industry is poised for growth, and so is the demand for game level designers. With a Game Level Design Graduate Certificate program from Sheridan, youll be ready to step right into an exciting game design career.
The Game Level Design program is offered at the Trafalgar Road campus in Oakville, Ontario.
Career Opportunities
Canada is a major player in the digital games development market. Game level designers occupy a unique niche in the computer gaming industry, focusing on the detailed design of player experience and interaction. Graduates of the Sheridan Game Level Design program will attract strong interest from employers in the digital game industry. Our integrated approach with game programming and emphasis on applied problem-solving are unique in the field, offering the type of preparation employers seek in game level designers.
The highly marketable Game Level Design certificate will lead to excellent opportunities in:
• Game Level Design
• Project Management
• Digital Graphics
Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility
• Postsecondary diploma or degree in computer science/programming or related discipline
or
• Demonstrated competence through related work and/or educational experience
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement and the results of a portfolio submission.
Postsecondary transcripts indicating courses completed to date must be submitted to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
Courses
Programming and Scripting for Games
Cinematography Sound Story and Character Integration
Level Design 1
History and Theory of Games
Modeling and Animation for Games 1
Modeling and Animation for Games 2
Artificial Intelligence for Game Level Design
Game Mechanics
Level Design 2
Game Project Management
Capstone Project (In collaboration with Graduate Certificate Program in Game Development Program)
For more information on Sheridan College Game Game Level Design: contact Program Coordinator: avrim.katzman@sheridanc.on.ca
905-845-9430, ext. 4225.
Game Development - Advanced Programming Program
Gain specialized programming skills and launch your career as a game developer.
Long recognized for excellence in animation, digital media, and technology, Sheridan now brings an innovative multidisciplinary approach to the study of video game development. Our new graduate certificate in Game Development - Advanced Programming presents a one-of-a-kind opportunity. Offered alongside the Game Level Design program at Sheridan's renowned Faculty of Animation, Arts, and Design, our game development courses simulate a realistic work environment that integrates game programming, digital art, storytelling, and project management. This unique integrated approach prepares students for success in a collaborative, highly creative work environment.
Ontario's computer game industry is poised for growth, and so is the demand for game development talent with advanced programming skills. Game programmers play a vital role in the industry, and are commonly involved in a project from initial conception through to production. Combined with your degree or diploma in computer science or computer programming, Sheridan's Game Development Advanced Programming certificate will prepare you to step directly into an exciting game development career.
Gain Industry-Specific Skills
Developed in response to industry need, Sheridan's Game Development courses encompass both 2D and 3D game development. You'll learn advanced game programming techniques, utilize industry-standard technologies, and apply your programming skills to animation, artificial intelligence and multiplayer systems. You will gain important industry-specific skills such as:
• gameplay programming
• graphics programming
• mobile game development
• project management
• game documentation
• playtesting
In your final semester, you'll collaborate with graduate students from the Game Level Design program to develop and produce an original video game capstone project.
The Game Development-Advanced Programming program is offered at the Trafalgar Road campus in Oakville, Ontario.
Program Benefits
• outstanding job prospects in growing industry
• collaboration with Sheridan
• hands-on curriculum emphasizing job-specific skills
Career Opportunities
Canada is a major player in the digital games market. Graduates of Game Development – Advanced Programming are well positioned to attract the attention of employers in the industry. The program’s integrated multidisciplinary approach and emphasis on applied problem-solving are unique in the field, offering the preparation employers are looking for, and advanced programming skills that stand out on a resume.
The highly marketable Game Development – Advanced Programming certificate can lead to exciting opportunities in
• Game Programming
• Project Management
• Digital Graphics
• Game Level Design
Admission Requirements
Program Eligibility
• Postsecondary diploma or degree in computer science/programming or related discipline
or
• Demonstrated competence through related work and/or educational experience
Applicant Selection
Eligible applicants are selected on the basis of previous academic achievement and/or demonstrated experience. In some cases, applicants may be requested to submit a résumé, which includes details of related work experience, and a cover letter, which summarizes their career goals and reasons for wanting to take this program.
Postsecondary transcripts indicating courses completed to date must be submitted to ontariocolleges.ca at the time of application.
Applicants who do not meet the admission requirements for this program will be assessed and advised individually and may be considered for other, related programs.
Courses
Data Structures and Algorithms for Games
Game Engine Fundamentals
Mathematics for Games
Computer Graphics and Animation
History and Theory of Games
Modeling and Animation for Games
Gameplay Programming
Concurrent and Distributed Systems
Artificial Intelligence for Games
Mobile / Console Games
Game Optimization and Debugging
Game Project Management
Game Programming Capstone Project (In collaboration with Graduate Certificate Program in Game Level Design)
For more information on Sheridan College Game Development - Advanced Programming: contact Program Coordinator brian.jervis@sheridanc.on.ca
905-845-9430, ext. 2596.
