Game Development Certificate
The non-transfer Certificate in Game Development is designed to prepare students for entry into careers associated with game development, game design, 3D animation, 3D modeling, and digital prototyping. This program specifically provides students with a strong foundation in artistic development, professional processes, verbal and visual creativity, and accountability in individual and team interactions. Internships and special projects are also available. For individuals currently working within these fields, there may be potential for salary and/or career advancement. A Certificate in Game Development will be awarded for the completion of six core courses and two elective courses for a total of 24 units.
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- Starting in Spring? Choose Fall Semester 1 courses.
- Are you a part-time student? Start Fall Semester 1 courses and follow the course sequence.
| Fall Semester 1 | Units | |
|---|---|---|
| DIG-110 | Introduction to Digital Media | 3 |
| DIG-551 | 2D Game Development | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Semester 1 | ||
| DIG-552 | 3D Game Development | 3 |
| DIG-554 | 3D Digital Modeling | 3 |
| DIG-570 or DIG-580 | Motion Graphics (formerly DIG-172) or Brand Building & Design (formerly DIG-180) | 3 |
| Units | 9 | |
| Fall Semester 2 | ||
| DIG-553 | Advanced Game Prototyping | 3 |
| DIG-572 or CSIS-113C | 3D Animation (formerly DIG-170) or C# Programming - Level 1 | 3 |
| Units | 6 | |
| Spring Semester 2 | ||
| DIG-598 | Digital Media Capstone | 3 |
| Units | 3 | |
| Total Units | 24 | |
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| DIG-110 | Introduction to Digital Media | 3 |
| DIG-551 | 2D Game Development | 3 |
| DIG-552 | 3D Game Development | 3 |
| DIG-553 | Advanced Game Prototyping | 3 |
| DIG-554 | 3D Digital Modeling | 3 |
| DIG-598 | Digital Media Capstone | 3 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select 6 units from the following: | 6 | |
| Motion Graphics (formerly DIG-172) | ||
| 3D Animation (formerly DIG-170) | ||
| Brand Building & Design (formerly DIG-180) | ||
| C# Programming - Level 1 | ||
| Total Units | 24 | |
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Gainful Employment Disclosures: Game Developement
Gainful Employment Disclosures – 2024
Program Name GAME DEVELOPMENT
This program is designed to be completed in 8 months.
This program will cost $1,104 if completed within normal time. There may be additional costs for living expenses. These costs were accurate at the time of posting, but may have changed.
Of the students who completed this program within normal time, the typical graduate leaves with $0 of debt.
The following States do not have licensure requirements for this profession: California
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NOTE:
Cost per unit $46
Nonresident Fees- Tuition: $318
Capital Outlay: $58
Parking Permits cost $90 a year or $45 a semester
RTA Go Pass cost $16 a year or $8 a semester
SGA discount sticker (optional) - $14 a year or $7 a semester
Student representation fee (optional) - $4 a year or $2 a semester
Student Health Center Fee - $52 a year or $26 a semester
*For summer session fees and non-CA resident tuition, please see: https://www.msjc.edu/enroll/what-fees-do-i-have-to-pay.html