Diploma in Game Development - Animation and Game Design Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), Canada

Transform your game ideas into reality in our two-year Game Development diploma program. Learn the process of writing code that makes games work, from character movements to beautiful graphics and exciting sound effects. As a game programmer, you’ll use cutting-edge software and various programming languages to build your own digital world.

Our Animation and Game Design specialization focuses on the artistic design of creating user experiences through games and animations. Students will gain knowledge and experience in various industry-standard software and will learn the necessary skills to build games.

Our game development program also offers a specialization in game programming. Explore both options to discover the path that best fits your interests and career goals.

What You Will Learn

Step into the exciting world of game development with our animation and game design specialization. This program is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge to excel in the dynamic and fast-paced gaming industry, including: 

• Professional Conduct and Standards: Learn to uphold workplace expectations, ethical practices and industry standards, ensuring your work meets the highest professional standards. 
• Design Principles Application: Apply design principles effectively to achieve animation or game product objectives, ensuring your creations are both visually appealing and functional.
• Product Development Processes: Gain expertise in using industry-standard product development processes to create high-quality animation and game deliverables, from concept to final product.
• 2D and 3D Visual Assets: Design, create and implement captivating 2D and 3D visual assets for games and animations, bringing your creative visions to life with cutting-edge tools and techniques.
• Game Engine Development: Develop immersive environments and experiences within a game engine, learning how to build interactive worlds that engage and entertain players.
• Storytelling Techniques: Use storytelling techniques to craft compelling digital media narratives, enhancing the emotional impact and engagement of your games and animations.