Computer Game Design

What you'll learn

Unleash your passion for game design and development! Crafted to leverage your existing game prowess, this microcredential is grounded in both computer science and coding to ensure that you have both the foundational and design skills needed to succeed. You will be able to support captivating storylines by designing interactive and immersive game environments using 3D modeling and animation. You will learn secure coding practices and rigorous unit testing to ensure that your creations are not only engaging but also robust and reliable. Touching on every facet of game design, you will build the essential skills demanded by this fast-paced field. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study and to immediately apply for entry or junior level jobs as a game designer, game developer, level designer or Unity developer, a broad range of coding positions, or even to work in community programs seeking coders to help children learn basic gaming or coding skills. Note: For those without equivalent education or experience, MAT 115 College Algebra and Trigonometry is a pre-requisite which would affect cost and time to completion.

An online microcredential from SUNY Ulster (8 credits). Registration is completed with SUNY Ulster. Eligible for financial aid.

Who can enroll

Ages 18 and up.

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What you can earn

Skills covered

Career outlook

Related occupations: IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Technician, Junior Developer

Entry-level IT roles often require a certification rather than a degree.

Funding opportunities

You may be able to pay for this course with the funding below. Each program decides who qualifies.