University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign School of Information Sciences 19 courses 48 total credits
for the degree of Master of Science in Game Development: Programming Concentration The Programming Concentration of the Master of Science in in Game Development (MS in Game Development) degree provides technical training and practical experience for students interested in working in professional game studios, game-adjacent industries or other businesses where game-related programming skills are increasingly in demand. The program fosters critical skills in collaboration, communication, integration and professional business practices, along with technical skills in game programming. After the first year of coursework, students will shift the balance of their course work towards in-studio experiences within a professional game-development environment. The Programming concentration will serve traditional graduate students as well as industry professionals who are interested in attaining a post-graduate degree while diversifying their professional skills.
| Total Hours | 48 credits |
Major Required Courses
Choose one or both for a total of 16 credit hours:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GSD 511 | Game Development I | 4 |
| GSD 512 | Game Development II | 4 |
| GSD 513 | Practicum in Game Development I | 8 |
| GSD 514 | Practicum in Game Development II | 4-8 |
Programming Concentration Required Courses
Choose 12 credit hours from the following:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GSD 550 | Tools & Techniques of Game Programming | 1-4 |
| GSD 551 | Tools & Techniques: Contemporary Techniques for Programming of Games | 4 |
| CS 415 | Game Development | 3-4 |
Programming Concentration Electives
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