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Game Design Career

What is a Game Designer?
Someone in a game design career conceives, develops, tests, and troubleshoots video and or computer games. This involves mapping out the game field, developing the characters, and writing the game story line. Game designers co ordinate with graphic artists, animations experts, programmers, and testers to create games that are fun and problem free.

What Education is needed for a Game Design Career?
To break into a game design career you will likely need a bachelor or master's degree in computer programming, computer science, or writing. You can expect to spend between 4 and 6 years of full time study to complete the degree that will prepare you to enter your game design career. Classes that will benefit you include computer languages, programming, writing, character development, and project management. Writing, development of character and plot are vital skills which will entice prospective employers to hire you. Good communications skills and team leadership abilities will also help you to see the worlds you imagine come to life for the enjoyment of video gamers.

What Game Design Careers are Available?
There are a wide range of video and computer games on the market with more being developed every day. In this era, gaming has entered a whole new dimension. Computer and video games are now playable on the internet where gamers are able to interact and compete with others across the globe. In your game design career you could choose to get into developing children's educational software or interactive training modules for the armed forces. You could head up the creation of entirely new games or you could work on the team making that game a reality. Whatever venue you choose for your game design career, your chances of seeing your job market grow are excellent through the coming years.

The Following Schools Provide Educational Programs For Game Design Careers:
  University of Phoenix

With convenient class locations as well as online learning, University of Phoenix makes quality higher education highly accessible. Whether you're seeking an associate's, bachelor's, master's or doctoral degree, we can help you reach your goal while you work—and much sooner than you might expect. In fact, University of Phoenix has helped thousands of students achieve the higher education they need to achieve higher success. We can help you too.

Locations:
Online
Computer Education Programs:
BS in IT/Visual Communications
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  DeVry College of New York

Of all the colleges or universities you could attend, DeVry may prepare you like few others can to enter your chosen career field. From career-based programs designed to give you an edge in the global marketplace, to faculty who teach applicable skills in a business environment, to a results-driven career services team, everything DeVry does in and out of the classroom prepares you to start or advance in your chosen career.

Locations:
Long Island City, NY
Computer Education Programs:
Bachelor of Game and Simulation Programming
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  DeVry University

DeVry University offers flexible scheduling and the convenience to study at any of 80+ locations, online or a combination of both. Earn a respected associate degree, bachelor's degree or master's degree from an accredited university. A career-oriented education from DeVry University will put you in a great place to begin or advance in the workplace when you graduate.

Locations:
Mesa, AZ Phoenix, AZ Fremont, CA
Irvine, CA Long Beach, CA Pomona, CA
San Diego, CA San Francisco, CA West Hills, CA
Colorado Springs, CO Westminster Denver, CO Miami, FL
Miramar, FL Orlando, FL Tampa Bay, FL
Alpharetta, GA Atlanta Perimeter, GA Decatur, GA
Gwinnett, GA Addison, IL Chicago Loop, IL
Naperville, IL Oak Brook, IL Tinley Park, IL
Indianapolis, IN Merrillville, IN Bethesda, MD
Kansas City, MO St. Louis West, MO Henderson, NV
North Brunswick, NJ Charlotte, NC Cleveland Downtown, OH
Columbus North, OH Portland, OR Fort Washington, PA
Pittsburgh, PA Valley Forge, PA Houston, TX
Irving, TX Plano, TX Arlington, VA
Federal Way, WA Milwaukee, WI Calgary, Alberta (Canada)
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Bachelor of Game and Simulation Programming
Request more information from DeVry University.
  ITT Technical Institute

The ITT Technical Institutes offer programs in some of today's hottest technical areas. With over 100 locations nationwide and several online programs available, the ITT Techs are one of the leading providers of technology education. Each ITT Tech offers convenient class schedules, financial aid is available to those who qualify, and Career Services are offered to help you find a job.

Locations:
Birmingham, AL Tempe, AZ Tucson, AZ
Anaheim, CA Lathrop, CA Oxnard, CA
Rancho Cordova, CA San Bernardino, CA San Diego, CA
Sylmar, CA Torrance, CA West Covina, CA
Thornton, CO Boise, ID Matteson, IL
Mount Prospect, IL Fort Wayne, IN Indianapolis, IN
Newburgh, IN Louisville, KY St. Rose, LA
Boston North (Woburn), MA Boston South (Norwood), MA Canton, MI
Grand Rapids, MI Troy, MI Eden Prairie, MN
Arnold, MO Earth City, MO Omaha, NE
Henderson, NV Albuquerque, NM Albany, NY
Getzville (Buffalo), NY Liverpool (Syracuse), NY Dayton, OH
Norwood (Cincinnati), OH Strongsville (Cleveland), OH Youngstown, OH
Portland, OR Greenville, SC Knoxville, TN
Memphis, TN Nashville, TN Arlington, TX
Austin, TX Houston, TX Richardson, TX
San Antonio, TX Murray, UT Chantilly, VA
Norfolk, VA Richmond, VA Springfield, VA
Bothell (North Seattle), WA Seattle, WA Spokane, WA
Green Bay, WI Greenfield (Milwaukee), WI
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Digital Entertainment and Game Design, Information Technology - Multimedia
Request more information from ITT Technical Institute.
  Champlain College

Unlock your potential and get the career you want with Champlain College's accelerated online degree programs. Shaped by today's marketplace, Champlain College's curriculum teaches you the latest concepts in business and technology and helps you develop practical skills that will make a powerful impact on your career.

Locations:
Distance Education Online
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Web Site Development & Management
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  Penn Foster Career School

Get the skills you need to prepare for a new career in one of today's hottest career fields with a diploma or certificate from Penn Foster Career School. Choose from over 80 quality distance education programs in areas like health services, business, legal studies, education, engineering, technology, trade, automotive, creative and design, or high school. Our expert faculty and friendly support staff are dedicated to helping you succeed.

Locations:
Distance Education Online
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Computer Graphic Artist, Graphic Design Technology
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  American InterContinental University

Start down the path to future career opportunities at American InterContinental University. AIU offers a curriculum designed to provide students with a solid foundation, including both general education and industry-specific classes. Small classes help to ensure that students receive focused attention. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Locations:
London, London (Great Britain)
Computer Education Programs:
Visual Communications (Graphic Design)
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  Anthem Institute

Train for an exciting, in-demand career at Anthem Institute. Hands-on, comprehensive training helps students develop the skills they need for a successful career in a short amount of time. Career training programs include Computer Networking & Security, Graphic Design & Animation, Medical Administration, Medical Billing & Coding, Medical Assistant, Massage Therapy, and Surgical Technologist.

Locations:
Cherry Hill, NJ Jersey City, NJ North Brunswick, NJ
Parsippany, NJ New York, NY Springfield, PA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Graphic Design, Graphic Design & Animation
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  Antonelli College

At Antonelli College, you'll gain the practical skills employers demand while receiving individual attention in our small classes. Antonelli College offers you (and your parents/spouse) an extensive individual tour of the school and a detailed explanation of your chosen program. You will have the opportunity to speak to teachers and current students or graduates if you wish. Antonelli College's well-staffed Job Placement departments help you find part-time work while you're in school, and an entry-level job for when you graduate.

Locations:
Jackson, MS Cincinnati, OH
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Graphic Design
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  Baker College

Founded in 1911, Baker College has helped hundreds of thousands of graduates achieve career fulfillment over the years. We provide job-specific training designed to help students launch a more personally rewarding career right out of college. And with Baker in their corner, they do — 98% of Baker College's available graduates are currently employed. Choose from convenient campus locations across the state of Michigan.

Locations:
Allen Park, MI Auburn Hills, MI Cadillac, MI
Clinton Township, MI Flint, MI Jackson, MI
Muskegon, MI Owosso, MI Port Huron, MI
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Associate - Computer Animation Programming
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  Briarcliffe College - Patchoque

Get the education you need for today's hot jobs. Briarcliffe College is dedicated to meeting the career-oriented needs of its student body. For over 35 years, Briarcliffe College has had one goal: to prepare students just like you for success in the business world.

Locations:
Patchogue, NY
Computer Education Programs:
Bachelor - Graphic Design
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  Brown College

Prepare for a career you love. Brown College, located in Mendota Heights, Minnesota, is dedicated to providing quality specialized associate degree programs in the areas of Design, Broadcasting and Technology. The programs emphasize hands-on education, and focus on areas that offer promising employment opportunities. Specialized Associate degree programs can be completed in as little as eighteen months. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.

Locations:
Mendota Heights, MN
Computer Education Programs:
Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communications (Animation), Associate of Applied Science - Visual Communications (Multimedia)
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  Brown Mackie College

Brown Mackie College Schools can help you learn the skills you need for your career and future. We have many convenient locations across the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest, and we offer a unique one-course-a-month delivery format that's specifically tailored to fit into your busy lifestyle. Take advantage of small class sizes, flexible scheduling, an outstanding faculty, and financial aid for those who qualify. Choose from a range of diploma, certificate, associate's and bachelor's in the areas of Accounting and Business, Healthcare, Legal Studies, and Computer Technology.

Locations:
Tucson, AZ Miami, FL Atlanta, GA
Moline, IL Fort Wayne, IN Indianapolis, IN
Merrillville, IN Michigan City, IN South Bend, IN
Lenexa, KS Salina, KS Fort Mitchell, KY
Hopkinsville, KY Louisville, KY Akron, OH
Canton, OH Cincinnati, OH Findlay, OH
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Associate of Applied Business in Graphic Design
Request more information from Brown Mackie College.
  Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University

The Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University is one of the nation's leading centers to study digital arts. Students choose the center for its hands on approach, state-of-the-art facilities, and individualized teaching methods. Career-track programs are offered in 3D Animation, Photography, Filmmaking, and Graphics & Web Design. Extensive career services are available as well as financial aid for students who qualify.

Locations:
Waltham, MA
Computer Education Programs:
3D Animation, Graphics and Web Design
Request more information from Center for Digital Imaging Arts at Boston University.
  Collins College

Prepare yourself for the future. Collins College is your gateway to the world of design and technology. Get the education you need to prepare for a career in Visual Communication, Game Design, Interior Design, Video Production or Visual Arts. Earn your degree in as little as two years and take advantage of job placement assistance.

Locations:
Tempe, AZ
Computer Education Programs:
Bachelor of Arts - Game Design, Bachelor of Arts - Visual Arts (Game Art), Bachelor of Arts -Animation
Request more information from Collins College.
  Ex'pression College for Digital Arts

Get the skills you need to pursue a career you are passionate about. At Ex'pression College for Digital Arts, you'll train using the same equipment the pros use, and you'll learn the skills it takes to succeed as a creative professional. Accelerated bachelor's degree programs include Digital Graphic Design, Digital Visual Media and Sound Arts.

Locations:
Emeryville, CA
Computer Education Programs:
Digital Graphic Design, Digital Visual Media
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  High-Tech Institute

Looking to take the next step forward in your career? High-Tech Institute is an award-winning family of schools that can help you land the job you want. We offer a variety of degree programs in some of today's most in-demand career fields, including Technology, Health Care, Veterinary Technology, Criminal Justice, Visual Communication, and Business.

Locations:
Phoenix, AZ Rancho Cordova, CA Orlando, FL
Marietta, GA St. Louis Park, MN Kansas City, MO
Las Vegas, NV Memphis, TN Nashville, TN
Irving, TX Brookfield, WI
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Graphic Design and Animation
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  International Academy of Design & Technology

Start planning for your future. No matter what you want to achieve in your career, the International Academy of Design & Technology can help. The International Academy of Design & Technology offers diverse and comprehensive degree programs in numerous Design disciplines. You can earn your degree in as little as 18 months and take advantage of job placement assistance resources.

Locations:
Tampa, FL Chicago, IL Detroit, MI
Seattle, WA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Bachelor - Computer Animation, Bachelor - Digital Media, Bachelor - Digital Media Production, Bachelor - Multimedia Production and Design (Computer Graphics), Bachelor - Multimedia Production and Design (Interactive Media), Diploma - Computer Animation in Post-Production, Diploma - Computer Assisted Drafting and Design (CADD)
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  Lincoln College of Technology

Lincoln College of Technology provides career-focused, hands-on training programs with industry experienced instructors. Get the skills for a rewarding in-demand career.

Locations:
Melrose Park, IL Warwick, RI
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Mechanical Drafting Design & CAD Technology - Associate, Mechanical Drafting Design & CAD Technology - Diploma, Multimedia and Web Design Technology
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  Lincoln Tech®

Lincoln Tech® is a career-focused training school that offers short-term Automotive, Skilled Trades, Healthcare and Computers programs designed to get you into the workforce quickly. Programs vary by campus so contact a location near you to see the training options available. Financial Aid is available for those who qualify. With national accreditation, state licensing and nearly 60 years of career education and job placement experience, Lincoln Tech knows what it takes to help give you the competitive edge so you can establish yourself in a rewarding career.

Locations:
Columbia, MD Edison, NJ Mahwah, NJ
Mt. Laurel, NJ Paramus, NJ Union, NJ
Allentown, PA Northeast Philadelphia, PA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Graphic Web Design, Mechanical Drafting Design & CAD Technology - Associate, Mechanical Drafting Design & CAD Technology - Diploma
Request more information from Lincoln Tech®.
  Minnesota School of Business

Earn your degree at Minnesota School of Business and benefit from a world class education. Smaller class sizes with more student professor interaction, along with a curriculum that offers a hands-on approach to education, helps students graduate prepared to enter the job market with the skills employers demand. Financial aid is available for students who qualify. Get started on building your new career today.

Locations:
Brooklyn Center, MN Plymouth, MN Richfield/Bloomington, MN
Rochester, MN Shakopee, MN St. Cloud, MN
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Multimedia / Computer Graphics, Programming & Game Development
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  Missouri Tech

Since 1932, Missouri Tech has been preparing students for cutting-edge careers in technology. Missouri Tech's programs have been developed by top engineers in order to meet the needs of today's hottest technology companies. Missouri Tech's approach provides students with the hands-on, real-world experience they'll need to land the great jobs of tomorrow. Bachelor's, Associate's, and Diploma programs include Networking, Electronics, Programming and IT. Career placement and financial aid assistance are available.

Locations:
St. Louis, MO
Computer Education Programs:
Software Engineering
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  Recording Arts Canada

Recording Arts Canada (RAC) is a digital arts college that provides an unparalleled learning experience in the creative arts of sound and music recording, as well as digital media. We've created the best possible learning environment for those who believe they were meant to be creative and want to work with the most powerful digital sound and imaging technologies.

Locations:
Toronto, Ontario (Canada) Montreal, Quebec (Canada)
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Game Design
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  Sanford-Brown College

For over 135 years, Sanford-Brown College has been providing students with the hands-on skills employers are looking for. Some programs of study can be completed in as little as 9 months.

Locations:
Hazelwood, MO
Computer Education Programs:
Associate - Computer and Internet Programming, Diploma - Computer and Internet Programming
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  The College of Westchester

Choose The College of Westchester to train for your new career in just 18 months. Graduate with the personal and professional skills you need to excel in your field. The College of Westchester provides a small, personalized environment to give you the practical skills to land a new career or upgrade your present position. Programs focus on building career skills quickly and are flexible enough to fit into your busy lifestyle. Benefit from faculty dedicated to giving you the personal attention you need to succeed. Financial assistance is available for those who qualify.

Locations:
White Plains, NY
Computer Education Programs:
Multimedia Development and Management, Multimedia Technology
Request more information from The College of Westchester.
  Utah Career College

At Utah Career College, the focus is your career, and your education experience is designed around your specific goals. Graduate with the confidence to impress employers in your new field. Take the next step towards a great career.

Locations:
West Jordan, UT
Computer Education Programs:
Multimedia / Computer Graphics
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  Vancouver Institute of Media Arts

Want a career in the visual or performing arts? VanArts offers diploma programs in animation, acting, digital photography, game art and design, and more. Let our dedicated faculty teach you the skills you need to get the job you want. Full-time programs, part-time courses, and one-month intensives available.

Locations:
Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada)
Computer Education Programs:
2D Animation, 3D Animation, Game Art and Design
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  Vatterott College

Vatterott College's innovative, hands-on training helps you build the life you want. Everything we teach has practical, real-world value. Earn your Certificate, Diploma, or Bachelor's degree in Trade, Technology, Healthcare, Design, or Administrative fields and start your future. Vatterott College's expert instructors and flexible schedules enable you to get the skills employers demand—fast. When can you start?

Locations:
Omaha, NE
Computer Education Programs:
Graphic Art & Design
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  Vista College

Looking for a better, more prosperous career and a brighter future? Vista College, with two Utah locations in Clearfield and Salt Lake City, can help. We offer hands-on career training in a variety of fields. Programs offered include business administration, network administrator, website/graphic design specialist, medical assistant, medical office specialist, dental assisting, and massage therapy.

Locations:
Clearfield, UT Salt Lake City, UT
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Website/Graphic Design Specialist
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  Western Career College

Western Career College offers certificates and degrees in toda'’s most in-demand field - healthcare. Our highly respected instructors will provide you with the knowledge and hands-on skills you need to become a success. Choose from programs in Healthcare, Massage Therapy, Dental Assisting, Pharmacy Technology, or Veterinary Services.

Locations:
Antioch, CA Emeryville, CA Pleasant Hill, CA
San Jose, CA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Computer Graphics, Graphic Design
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  Westwood College

Your future in technology starts right here. Westwood College of Technology is committed to student success. Westwood's staff will get to know you personally, and they'll give you the support you need to establish and achieve your goals. The experienced faculty has in-depth industry experience and knowledge. Extensive job placement assistance is available.

Locations:
Anaheim, CA Inland Empire, CA Long Beach, CA
Los Angeles, CA Denver, CO Atlanta, GA
Dallas, TX Fort Worth, TX Annandale, VA
Arlington, VA
Program availability may vary depending on campus.
Computer Education Programs:
Animation, Associate - Graphic Design and Multimedia, Bachelor - Animation, Graphic Design and Multimedia
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Featured Schools:
American InterContinental University Online
American InterContinental University Online
DeVry University
DeVry University
University of Phoenix
University of Phoenix
Westwood College
Westwood College