Game Programming (3-Year Ontario Advanced College Diploma)

Whether it’s online, or console, cell phone or PC-based, the game industry in Canada is large and growing rapidly. Computer programmers are the fundamental backbone for companies that develop, produce, distribute and market computer-based games. In the Greater Toronto Area, developers and publishers of games range in size from small specialized units to a group of mid-sized companies, to Microsoft, Nintendo and other industry leaders. In fact, our industry advisors tell us that it is the technical skills that are most in demand, a demand this George Brown program is focused on filling.

George Brown’s three-year advanced diploma program is unique. Students will learn all of the technical skills they need to be successful in the job market by learning “the language of gaming” (C and C++), as well as artificial intelligence, 3D graphics and much more. The added advantage of this program is that students will also be taught by George Brown’s School of Design faculty throughout the program, working closely with design students to create games, learn all aspects of the game industry, and learn to work in teams, just as they will in industry. Classes will take place at George Brown’s Casa Loma and St. James Campuses. Some courses are offered online, and in some semesters, evening courses may be required.