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2 year program

The Digital Animation and Game Design program is a dynamic program that immerses students in the exciting world of digital media creation. Through a blend of artistic and technical course work, students will gain the skills required to produce engaging animations and interactive game experiences. The curriculum covers a range of topics, from foundational principles of animation to advanced game design techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of the digital entertainment industry.

Upon completion of the program, students will be well-equipped to pursue careers in digital animation, game design, virtual reality, and related fields, or to continue their education in specialized programs.

Students will have the opportunity to earn industry credentials during their program;

Unity Certified User - Artist

Key Topics

  • Animation Fundamentals
  • Digital Art and Design
  • 3D Modeling and Animation
  • Game Design Concepts
  • Interactive Storytelling
  • Programming for Game Development
  • Game Development Tools
  • Sound Design and Music for Games
  • Project-Based Learning
  • Industry Trends and Professional Practices

Schools that offer this program

Career Tree

Digital Animation & Game Design

ENTRY-LEVEL CAREERS

(with Program Completion)

  • Quality Assurance Tester
  • Level Designer
  • Junior Game Developer
  • Junior Game Designer
  • Software Developer
  • Audio Engineer
  • Interpreter and Translator
  • Video Game Tester
  • Gamer Artist
  • Animator
  • Video Game Writer
  • Programmer
Software Developer:
  • Median Wage: $121,200
  • Active Job Ads: 76
 

TECHNICAL CAREERS

(Apprenticeship, Associate's Degree, Advanced Certification, Experience, etc.)

  • IT Specialist
  • Game Audio Engineer
  • Video Game System Designer
  • Network Programmer
  • Technical Artist
  • Software Engineer
  • Mobile Engineer
  • Mobile Application Developer
  • UI Designer
  • Web Developer
  • UX Researcher
  • Research Psychologist
Web Developer:
  • Median Wage $83,200
  • Active Job Ads 463

PROFESSIONAL CAREERS

(Bachelor's, Master's, Ph.D., Specialized Training, Experience, etc.)

  • Game Animator
  • Game Designer
  • Game Programmer
  • Creative Game Director
  • Game Artist
  • Gamer Marketer/PR
  • Quality Assurance Game Tester
  • Graphic Designer
  • 3D Modeler
  • Multimedia Artist and Animator
  • Special Effects Artist & Animator
  • 3D Animator
Video Game Designer:
  • Median Wage $114,200
  • Active Job Ads 5
 

Course Sequence

Level 1

GDA100

Game Design & 3D Animation 1

Prerequisite:
none

Level 2

GDA200

Game Design & 3D Animation 2

Prerequisite:
Game Design & 3D Animation 1

Level 3

MIC500

Mentorships Internships Careers

Prerequisite:
Game Design 2 and Instructor approval,
11th and 12th grade