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Graduate Certificate in Game Development - Advanced Programming Sheridan College - Trafalgar Road Campus, Oakville Sheridan College - Trafalgar Road Campus, Oakville, Canada

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CAD 27777

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee

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12 months

Duration

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6.5

IELTS

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88

TOEFL

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Long recognized for excellence in animation, digital media and technology, Sheridan now brings an innovative, multidisciplinary approach to the study of video game development. Our graduate certificate in Game Development – Advanced Programming presents a one-of-a-kind learning opportunity.

An integrated approach
Offered alongside the Game Level Design program at Sheridan's renowned Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design, our game development courses simulate a realistic work environment that integrates game programming, tool development, digital art, storytelling and project management. This unique integrated approach prepares students for success in a collaborative, highly creative work environment.

Gain industry-specific skills
Developed in response to industry need, Sheridan Game Development courses encompass both 2D and 3D game development. You'll learn advanced game programming techniques, utilize industry-standard technologies, and apply your programming skills to animation, artificial intelligence and multiplayer systems.

Additional information
Game programmers play a vital role in the industry, and are commonly involved in a project from initial conception through to production. Combined with your degree or diploma in computer science or computer programming, the Sheridan Game Development – Advanced Programming certificate will prepare you to step directly into an exciting game development career.

The benefits of our program include:

  • Outstanding job prospects in a growing industry.
  • Hands-on curriculum emphasizing job-specific skills.
  • Collaboration with Sheridan renowned Faculty of Animation, Arts and Design.

The program’s integrated multidisciplinary approach and emphasis on applied problem-solving are unique in the field, offering the preparation employers are looking for, and advanced programming skills that stand out on a résumé.

In our program, you'll gain important industry-specific skills such as:

  • Gameplay programming
  • Graphics programming
  • Mobile game development
  • Project management
  • Game documentation
  • Playtesting
  • Tool development

In your final semester, you'll collaborate with students from the Game Level Design program to develop and produce an original video game capstone project.

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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Certificate / Diploma

College/University Processing Time 14 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) work permit

Program Intake

Open

Sep 2025

General Admission Requirement

  • IELTS
    • Minimum Overall Score - 6.5 - With No Band Less Than - 6
  • TOEFL
    • Minimum Overall Score - 88 - With no score less than - 21
  • PTE
    • Minimum Overall Score - 60 - With no score less than - 57
  • DUOLINGO
    • Minimum Overall Score - 115.0  

Academic Requirement

  • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have a
    • Postsecondary diploma or degree in Indian Institutes in computer science/programming or related discipline OR
    • Demonstrated competence through related work, and/or educational experience

6.5 IELTS Score
88 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
60 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
115 Duolingo Minimum Overall Score
50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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Tuition Fee

The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the page.

Average Tuition Fee Per Year

27777

Tuition Fee
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CAD 100 Waived

Application Fee
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11000 Per year

Average Cost of Living
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Scholarships

International Entrance Scholarship

All new international students beginning their full-time postsecondary studies at Sheridan in Winter 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026, or Spring 2026 semesters will receive an entrance scholarship ranging from $1,000 to $3,000.


Please Note:

  • ESL is excluded.
  • For Winter 2025 and Spring 2025 semesters, the entrance scholarship is awarded to Year 1, Semester 1 students only.

You will be notified of your exact scholarship amount with your Letter of Acceptance. These funds will be automatically added to your account. You must remain full-time in the semester for the instalment to be issued for that semester.


The International Entrance Scholarship does not require a separate application.


Sheridan Global Advantage Award

Unlock your future with a $2,000 advantage!

International students who accept an offer and apply for a study permit to a full-time program at Sheridan College before September 15, 2025 may receive a $2,000 Sheridan Global Advantage Award!

This is in addition to any scholarship included in your Letter of Acceptance.

This award does not require a separate application. Starting on February 24, 2025, a C$2,000 credit will be posted to your Account Summary 3–5 business days after you accept an offer for an eligible program and start date. This credit is applied towards your first semester fees, reducing the amount due by C$2,000.

Terms and conditions
To receive and retain the award, you must:

  • Accept an offer to a full-time program at Sheridan College (not including the ESL program) before September 15, 2025. The offer must be for a program starting in Spring/Summer 2025, Fall 2025 or Winter 2026.
  • Apply for a study permit before September 15, 2025.
  • Pay the required fees as outlined in the Fee Estimate by the fee deadline indicated. Payment of full fees is required to access the course schedules.
  • Register and remain enrolled as a full-time international student paying international fees past the withdrawal deadline (the 10th day of classes) for the awarded start term.
  • Not receive a partial or full refund of the fees paid for the awarded start term.

If these conditions are not met, the award will be revoked.

  • The award is granted only once per student across the three eligible start terms (Spring/Summer 2025, Fall 2025, Winter 2026).
  • The award is non-refundable. If the award results in an overpayment of fees, the excess funds will be automatically applied to the fees for the next semester.

 

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