Program Learning Outcomes - Game Development and Interactive Media

By the end of the program, students graduating will be able to:

• Demonstrate a breadth of knowledge in the fields of interactive digital media, software development, game development, and real-time simulations.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the fundamental concepts in each of the major areas of game development.
• Present their game designs clearly, logically, and critically, both orally and in writing grounded in the latest design theory centered around the user experience.
• Analyze and evaluate the quality (e.g., technical, aesthetic) of their own designs and the designs of others.
• Design and implement playable characters in an interactive environment that is both visually and behaviourally appealing to players.
• Develop interactive content when using and/or extending modern game engines.
• Apply ethical standards/principles recognizing/considering the societal implications of interactive content.
• Solve design and development problems by using appropriate mathematical theories and tools.
• Plan, evaluate, and execute small to large-sized team-oriented game development projects iteratively addressing external constraints/requirements based on sound management and production theories with an eye on the user experience.
• Develop software and systems using programming languages relevant to professional game development, following appropriate coding standards and industry practices.