Game Programming

Design, build and launch your game programming career

Fast-track your way into the exciting and ever-growing video game industry.

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With the guidance of our seasoned industry mentors, you'll get a hands-on educational experience unlike any other school. Gain confidence as you navigate through the intricacies of game development and create playable games from scratch. Our courses are taught by experienced artists who have honed their craft at renowned studios such as Blizzard, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and EA, ensuring that you learn from the best in the industry. 

As an Unreal Academic Partner and Unreal Authorized Training Center, we work closely with Epic Games to bring you the latest techniques and industry insights from established professionals. Join us and unlock your potential to create groundbreaking games that captivate players around the globe.

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Game programming courses to get you career-ready

This complete study pathway will prepare you for a career in game programming. Get the hang of creating your own games with Unreal Engine and C++.

Upon the completion of each program in the pathway, students will receive a certificate and digital badge. Digital badges can be used in email signatures or digital resumes, and certificates can be displayed on portfolio websites and social media sites such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

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Game Programming Essentials - 12 weeks - Beginner 

Tuition - $3,060

Game Programming Foundations I - 12 weeks - Intermediate  

Tuition - $4,050

Game Programming Foundations II - 12 weeks - Intermediate  

Tuition - $4,050

Game Programming Capstone - 12 weeks - Advanced  

Tuition - $4,050

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Game programming bootcamp

Ready to jump straight in? The game programming bootcamp - all of the programs bundled into one - is the choice for you.

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Game Programming Bootcamp - 48 Weeks - Beginner  

Tuition - $14,000

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A new kind of education

Get a more hands-on education with mentorship from top film and game experts, an industry-approved curriculum, and a thriving creative community cheering you on. By giving you access to the most talented artists in the industry, we help you to become well-connected, trained, and prepared for life beyond school.

The SMU x Flatiron School difference: 

• Personalized job-focused training & career services
• Small group classes
• Weekly live call with your mentor + recorded video critiques
• Supportive and active community of peers, alumni, and mentors
• Flexible schedules and 100% online, study from anywhere!

As an online school with students and mentors in 90+ countries, we're proud to bring the industry to you – wherever you are in the world!

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Learn directly from our highly experienced game developers

Master your skill set while getting expert feedback and support from your industry mentor in a live Q&A call each week. All of our game mentors have years of experience working on AAA and other best-selling video games at major studios.