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Laurentian

Computer Science – Game Design

OUAC LKS

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TMU

Computer Science (Co-op Available)

OUAC SAB

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Your average, their wayrequired courses forced in
Published rangetheir exact wording70%75–80%“75-80%”
Required coursesforced into your top 6 — options are the row belowENG4UMHF4UENG4UMHF4U
Choose one ofany of these satisfies it
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U
  • one of SBI4U, SCH4U, SPH4U
  • one of MCV4U, MDM4U
Prerequisitesas published
  • 1 grade 12 English U/M course (ENG 4U)
  • 1 grade 12 4U Advanced Functions (MHF 4U)
  • 1 other grade 12 U/M Math
  • 3 other grade 12 U/M courses
  • A minimum overall average of 70% in the 6 best grade 12 U/M courses
  • +3 more on the program page
  • English/Anglais (ENG4U/EAE4U preferred)
  • Advanced Functions (MHF4U)
  • One of Physics (SPH4U) or Chemistry (SCH4U) or Biology (SBI4U)
  • Either Calculus and Vectors (MCV4U) (preferred) or Mathematics of Data Management (MDM4U)
More than marks?supplementary applicationMarks onlyMarks only
Co-opNoAvailable
Degree——
First-year intakewhere published——
What you studyComputer GamesComputer ScienceComputer Science
What it isYou study the computer science and programming skills needed to design and build video games, rather than just the theory of computing. The program combines coding, game engines, and design principles so you learn both the technical and creative sides of game development. It suits people who want to work in the games industry and are comfortable learning to code.You study the theory and practice of computer programming, algorithms, data structures, and software development. This program lets you alternate between classroom semesters and paid work terms at tech companies, giving you real-world experience while you learn. It suits people who want hands-on industry experience alongside their degree and are comfortable juggling work and study schedules.
The door tomajors you reach through itApplied to directlycomputer science
Entrance awardsat this campus, by average6 published, 5 with no applicationfrom 80%See them2 published, 0 with no applicationfrom 85%See them
SourceLaurentian University on OUInfoToronto Metropolitan University on OUInfo

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