Game design is one of the fastest-growing fields in entertainment, business, and education. From healthcare to political science, companies use games to educate their constituents and enhance employee skills.
The Graduate Certificate in Game Design offers a practice-oriented approach to the art and science of game making. The program emphasizes visual design and programming for video games and fosters conceptual understanding of the principles of game design for all varieties of games—from educational board games to iPhone games.
Complete all courses and requirements listed below unless otherwise indicated.
Required Courses
Course List | Code | Title | Hours |
| DGM 6308 | Intermediate Programming for Digital Media | 4 |
| DGM 6400 | Game Design Fundamentals | 4 |
| DGM 6403 | Game Engine Fundamentals | 4 |
| DGM 6405 | Game Development | 4 |
| DGM 6410 | Game Design Technology Lab | 4 |
Program Credit/GPA Requirements
20 total quarter hours required
Minimum 3.000 GPA required
