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Bachelor of Game Programming

Brock University

St. Catharines, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

BSc in game programming focused on real-time systems and efficient code, With an added foundation year.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Game Programming with Foundation Year. Apply relevant analytical
Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.

Career outcomes

Gameplay programmer
Engine programmer
Tools programmer
Game development and wider tech sector roles

Curriculum

Four-year route starting with a foundation year. Degree teaching design
Coding and optimisation of real-time game systems
Including gameplay
Tools and engine programming
Fast efficient code for modern hardware and production-style teamwork. Maths and problem-solving skills are developed.

Entry requirements

Academic

Senior secondary school credential appropriate for university entry in the home country
An academically rigorous Grade 12 year
Grade 12 university-preparatory prerequisites for the chosen program
Minimum B- average (higher for some programs)
English proficiency (IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
Duolingo 110
PTE 58).

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary school credential for university entry in the home country, academically rigorous Grade 12 year, programme prerequisites at Grade 12 university-preparatory level

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
Duolingo 110
PTE Academic 58
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Typically
A passport copy
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate and English language evidence where applicable. Confirm program-specific requirements.

How to apply

Review eligibility and deadlines for Game Programming. Prepare academic records
identification and language results where applicable. Submit the official university or college application and supporting documents. Complete any program-specific requirements and pay any confirmed fees. Monitor the admission decision. Confirm international student documentation after acceptance.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$37,634 - $39,311, $38,500 CAD
Application fee	$130 CAD
Deposit	$500 CAD

Program details

Campus	Main Campus
Faculty or school	Faculty of Mathematics and Science
Department	Department of Game Programming
Teaching language	English
Credit value	20
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Potential institutional funding may exist, but program eligibility, award amount and deadlines are not independently confirmed.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
15 Jan 2027
62 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.