Program Details

Computer Science Technology

Technical Diploma of College Studies (DCS)

Profile in Video Game Programming (profile 420.BX)

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About the Program

Unsure about Java or C++? Learn to code game engines with LaSalle College Montréal's DCS in Computer Science Technology (Profile in Video Game Programming), developed with top gaming studios. Acquire industry-relevant knowledge to contribute to AAA games, join indie teams, create apps, or develop your own game.

Montréal, a hub for gaming, offers immersion in this industry.

Opportunities

Our unique approach incorporates real-world experience with classroom learning for a hands-on, practical education.

Collaborate with active industry professionals;
Sharpen skills in a practical setting;
Create a portfolio tailored to your career objectives;
Join our computer club to maintain connections with companies and to attend several events and workshops.

Accelerate your career!

Admissions Criteria

Exceptions to these admission criteria may be applied.

Every application is reviewed by the College.

To be eligible for acceptance into this program, applicants are generally required to meet one of the following criteria:

Secondary School Diploma (DES) with completion of:
• Mathematics TS, SN Secondary IV or CST 5 (Math 436).
Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) with completion of:
• Language of Instruction from Secondary V,

• Second Language from Secondary V,

• Mathematics TS, SN Secondary IV or CST 5 (Math 436).
Equivalent education or an instruction deemed sufficient.

List of Courses

Diploma of College Studies (DCS) programs consist of:

General education courses common to all programs,
General education courses specific to the program,
Complementary general education courses.

Concentration Courses

Applied Mathematics (60 h)
Elements of Data processing for Video Game (75 h)
Structured Programming (90 h)
Profession and Industry (60 h)
Applied Mathematics for Video Game (60 h)
Object Oriented Programming and Concepts I (75 h)
Information System and Project Methodologie I (90 h)
Object Oriented Programming and Concepts II (75 h)
Game Engine I (75 h)
Databases (90 h)
Operating Systems (75 h)
Game Engine II (90 h)
Advanced Data Structure (75 h)
Applied Statistics for Video Game (60 h)
Game Engine III (90 h)
Internet Programming I (90 h)
Database Development (75 h)
Information System and Project Methodology II (75 h)
Graphical Environment (75 h)
Networks Elements (75 h)
Internship (525 h)

* The College reserves the right to substitute certain courses.

General Education Courses

College-level institutions emphasize general education that focuses on core cultural knowledge, skill development, responsible citizenship, and shared cultural heritage.

Alumni have a well-rounded skill set and general knowledge that is valued in the workplace.

3 Physical Education courses (90 h)
3 Humanities courses (150 h)
4 Literature courses (240 h)
2 Second Language courses (90 h)
2 complementary courses (90 h)

Tuition & Aid

LaSalle College programs qualify for the Loans and Bursaries Programs offered by the ministère de l'Enseignement supérieur du Québec, and for several other types of loans and bursaries.

This program also qualifies for the Québec Perspective Scholarship Program, where eligible learners receive $1,500 for each successful semester (for a maximum total of $9,000 for 3 years).