Video Game Level Design

A.E.C. Program NTL.0N
(1320 hours) Full-time day - intensive

This program is available only to applicants deemed eligible by an Emploi-Quebec agent.

Information session: Please check back soon for updates on Information Sessions for upcoming programs. Program scheduled to start: TBA Deadline to apply: TBA                                                           Portfolio Submission Deadline: TBA For more information please contact the AEC Office in room 3H.1, (514) 931-8731 extension 3210 or call Continuing Education at (514) 933-3771.

Program Description

A key element of video game creation is level design. Level Designers usually work in a team and are responsible for the concept and feel of the game. They create the playing fields where the action takes place, and they create and place objects and events the player might encounter. Each time a game level changes, the design grows more complex.

This program is designed to help the student develop technical skills, focusing in particular on designing and building video game levels. The program is especially suited to the constantly changing technological environment, to teamwork and to a demanding and sometimes stressful work situation.

Candidates should possess characteristics such as drawing ability, a sense of design and innovation, creativity, an aptitude for teamwork, proficiency in working with computers and be detail oriented.

Exit Profile

Upon successful completion of the program, the graduate will be able to carry out all tasks related to the occupation of video game level designer. The graduate will also have a good knowledge of the various occupations that interact with the Level Designer in the video game production chain. The graduate will be able to:

• analyze the design of a game
• use 3D modeling software
• use 3D animation software
• design and build the various elements of a game level
• follow instructions provided by the creative and technical directors of the project
• complete every stage in the production of game levels
• test and debug a video game
• build the elements of a game level and integrate them in a game editor
• work in a production team
• effectively manage time and stress during individual and group work

This program is offered in collaboration with Emploi-Quebec.

This program is offered in collaboration with Emploi-Quebec. In addition to the Ministerial and College admission requirements listed below you must be authorized by an Emploi-Quebec agent before starting this program. To be eligible, you must meet one of the following conditions:

Ministerial Requirements

A person who has received instruction considered sufficient by the college and meets one of the following conditions may be admitted to a program of studies leading to an Attestation d’études collégiales:

1. the person’s studies have been interrupted for at least two consecutive terms or one school year;
2. the person is covered by an agreement entered into between the college and an employer or by a government program of studies;
3. the person has pursued postsecondary studies for at least one year

Program Requirements

English language skills equivalent to placement at Preparation for College English or higher. Applicants may be required to take an English placement exam.

Functional knowledge of oral French. Applicants may be required to take a French proficiency exam.

A selection interview will be required to assess the applicant’s readiness to pursue studies in the Program. Candidates should be prepared to demonstrate their:

• drawing ability
• creativity
• proficiency in working with computers
• oral skills in English and French

Portfolio Requirements

Applicants are required to submit a portfolio for application to the Video Game Level Design Program. Please see below for details.

Portfolio Requirements

List of Courses

Please see here for a list of courses.

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