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Game Programming


Advanced Diploma


Program Code: 11661

Campus: North

Length: 6 semesters

Humber's Game Programming advanced diploma program focuses on programming, as you learn to master coding to build games, from indie to AAA. The program is designed for students who are passionate about game development, programming and math. You will develop a robust skillset in C++ programming, graphics (SDL, OpenGL and Vulkan), mathematics, physics, artificial intelligence, Unreal/Unity game engine and networking. Through individual and team projects, you will gain hands-on experience using programming tools to create games while focusing on critical concepts such as game engine architecture, memory management and agile development methodologies.
 
You will work with peers in the Animation-3D advanced diploma and the Bachelor of Music degree program during game jams, external projects and/or semester long in-class projects as you build the vital collaboration skills needed by the games industry.
 
You will graduate with a significant mid-program project and capstone project to demonstrate your ability to create your own C++ game engine as well as coding talents using game engines (such as Unity or Unreal).
 
The final semester includes a field experience to give you the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience. During the field experience, you will take part in structured reflections and will be guided and mentored by both an industry supervisor and a Humber representative. This type of learning experience will support you to transition into employment and address employers' needs for new graduates who are prepared to enter the work force.

Work-Integrated Learning courses serve as the vital link between academic learning and real-world application. Within this framework, students actively participate in the Professional Practice course, equipping you with the necessary skills and confidence to secure your own field experience. Throughout this journey, a dedicated career & work-integrated learning advisor offers personalized guidance and support. 

In Semester 6, students immerse themselves in the Field Experience course, committing 140 hours of practical application within the field. Whether pursuing paid or unpaid opportunities, all experiences undergo approval by your career & work-integrated learning advisor to ensure relevance. 

Courses

Semester 1
GAME 100: Game Concepts
GAME 101: Game Programming
GAME 105: Game Physics 1
GAME 106: Game Mathematics 1
GNED 101: An Introduction to Arts and Sciences
WRIT 120: Technical Reading and Writing Skills

Semester 2
GAME 156: Game Mathematics 2
GAME 157: Computer Graphics
GAME 158: Game Physics 2
GAME 159: Game Engines 1
GAME 160: Game Production 1
WRIT 220: Technical Workplace Writing Skills

Semester 3
GAME 206: Game Engines 2
GAME 207: 3D Modeling and Animation
GAME 208: Game Engines 3
GAME 209: Online Presence
GAME 211: Midstone (Mid-Program) Project
Select 1 from the following courses
GNED: General Elective

Semester 4
GAME 253: Object-Oriented Analysis and Design
GAME 255: Data Structures and Design Patterns
GAME 257: Game Design
GAME 258: Game Engines 4
GAME 259: Game Production 2
Select 1 from the following courses
GNED: General Elective

Semester 5
GAME 306: Game Physics 3
GAME 307: Artificial Intelligence
GAME 308: GPU Programming
GAME 309: Game Engines 5
GAME 314: Professional Practice
GAME 356: Computer Networking
Select 1 from the following courses
GNED: General Elective

Semester 6
GAME 355: Capstone Project
GAME 362: Field Experience - Game Programming

Admission Requirements

Admission selection is based on the following 3 requirements:

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    Academic

    To be eligible for admission, you must possess the following:

    • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent including these required courses:
      • Grade 12 English (ENG4C or ENG4U or equivalent)
      • Grade 12 Mathematics (MAP4C, MCT4C, MDM4U, MCB4U, MGA4U, MCV4U or MHF4U or equivalent)
      • Two Grade 11 or Grade 12 C, M or U courses in addition to those listed above

    Physics and/or computer science is recommended preparation for this program.

    or

    or

    Mature Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or other postsecondary school, and will be 19 or older as of the first day of classes. Humber will invite you for testing to demonstrate that you meet all listed course requirements.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a mature applicant if they have not completed secondary school or attended postsecondary studies, and will be 21 or older as of the first day of classes. Mature applicants for degree programs will be required to meet course requirements at the U/M level or equivalent.

    College Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a college transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a college-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or college courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants must have an overall minimum grade point average (GPA) of 65 per cent in the program. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

    University Transfer Applicants

    Diplomas and Certificates

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility.

    Degrees

    An applicant is considered a university transfer applicant if they have completed some or all of a university-level credential. Humber may use a combination of secondary school and/or university courses and grades to determine program eligibility. Applicants are required to disclose and provide academic transcripts for all course work completed at the postsecondary level.

  • .

    English Language Proficiency

    All applicants whose first language is not English must meet Humber’s English Language Proficiency Policy.

  • .

    International Credit Evaluation

    Canadian citizens or permanent residents with international education are required to provide a credential evaluation. Note, for international High school education course by course evaluations, ICAS must be used. For international post-secondary education, a WES evaluation must be provided. In situations where you expect to apply for transfer credit, it is recommended that a course by course WES evaluation is completed.

How to Apply

Applications are made through ontariocolleges.ca. See program page for details.

International Academic Equivalency

Admission equivalencies for Humber depend on your country of study. Please see admission requirements on the program page to enter your location.

Post-Admission Requirements

Once you have been accepted, and have confirmed your offer, you may need to complete a further set of requirements related to your program (Post-Admission Requirements).

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Laptop Requirements 

Upon admission, students are required to own or have guaranteed access to a laptop. The Game Programming courses are designed such that the professor can jump from theoretical to practical aspects of game development at any time during class. Therefore, students are expected to bring a laptop to every class. Students are advised to choose a laptop that can handle the newest versions of Visual Studio, Unity, Unreal, 3DS Max, OpenGL, and Android Studio. Professors will generally be using the Microsoft Windows operating system in class. 

Fees

The 2024/2025 fee for two semesters was:

  • domestic: $4,402.94
  • international: $17,992.46

Fees are subject to change.

Domestic Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,560.26
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $2,201.47
Semester 2 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,560.26
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $2,201.47
Semester 3 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,560.26
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $30.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $2,231.47
Semester 4 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,560.26
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $2,201.47
Semester 5 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,351.41
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $1,992.62
Semester 6 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $1,351.41
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $1,992.62

International Fees by Semester

Semester 1 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,355.02
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,996.23
Semester 2 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,355.02
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,996.23
Semester 3 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,355.02
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $30.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $9,026.23
Semester 4 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,355.02
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,996.23
Semester 5 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,146.17
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,787.38
Semester 6 2021-22 Fees
Tuition $8,146.17
Compulsory Ancillary Fee $444.09
Compulsory Student Union Fee $66.00
IGNITE Health and Dental Insurance Fee $111.12
Enhanced Student Experience Fee (Optional) $20.00
Program Ancillary Fee $0.00
Co-op/Placement $0.00
Total $8,787.38

*Plus Mandatory Health Insurance fee once per academic year: Fall start - $420 Winter start - $280 Summer start - $140

Equipment & Device Requirements

All Semesters

Details and Specifications Required Programs/Software Links
Processor Check minimum and recommended specs listed on websites for the software detailed in the next column https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/visualstudio/releases/2019/system-requirements
OS Microsoft Windows recommended as professors will generally be using that operating system. Mac or Linux is also an option, but will involve more work by the student to translate learning material to their preferred OS. https://docs.unity3d.com/Manual/system-requirements.html
Memory Check minimum and recommended specs listed on websites for the software detailed in the next column https://docs.unrealengine.com/en-US/GettingStarted/RecommendedSpecifications/index.html
Storage Check minimum and recommended specs listed on websites for the software detailed in the next columns https://knowledge.autodesk.com/support/3ds-max/troubleshooting/caas/sfdcarticles/sfdcarticles/System-requirements-for-Autodesk-3ds-Max-products.html
Monitor Vulkan https://vulkan-tutorial.com/Introduction

Additional Costs

$2,500 - powerful laptop that suits game and graphics building.

Pathways

Humber offers a number of transfer options and pathway opportunities. Visit humber.ca/transferoptions or refer to the program page.

Contact Information

Dina Sabie, program co-ordinator
Faculty of Media, Creative Arts, and Design
416.675.6622 ext. 75514
game@humber.ca

Admissions Questions

Domestic Students

416-675-5000
enquiry@humber.ca

International Students

Contact the International Centre

international.humber.ca/contact

1-416-675-5067

Every attempt is made to ensure that information contained on this website is current and accurate. Humber reserves the right to correct any error or omission, modify or cancel any course, program, fee, timetable or campus location at any time without prior notice or liability to users or any other Person.

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Print/Download Date: November 21, 2024