Program Overview

Introduction to University Programs

The university offers a range of programs designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their chosen fields. These programs are structured to provide a comprehensive education, combining theoretical foundations with practical applications.

Program Details

Game Design Bootcamp

The Game Design Bootcamp is a 40-week program that takes students from beginners to game design professionals. The program is divided into several sections:

• Essentials: This 12-week course covers the fundamentals of game design, including game systems, level design, and visual design.
• Foundations I: This 12-week course builds on the essentials, focusing on core game design principles, prototyping, and game development using the Unreal Engine.
• Foundations II: This 12-week course delves into professional game design and implementation, covering topics such as AAA quality combat and action games, complex AI, and object design.
• Capstone: The final 12-week course is dedicated to getting students job-ready, with a focus on polishing portfolios, interview preparation, and career development.

Game Programming Bootcamp

The Game Programming Bootcamp is designed to teach students the skills needed to become proficient game programmers. The program is structured as follows:

• Essentials: This course introduces students to the fundamentals of programming using C++.
• Foundations I: Students learn core game programming principles and how to use the Unreal Engine to build games.
• Foundations II: This course covers advanced game programming topics, including character animations, particle effects, and level streaming.
• Capstone: The capstone project focuses on developing a fully playable game from scratch, with guidance from industry experts.

Data Science Bootcamp

The Data Science Bootcamp is a comprehensive program that covers the essentials of data science, including:

• Essentials: Introduction to data science, Python, SQL, and data visualization.
• Foundations I: Advanced data processing, regression analysis, and machine learning.
• Foundations II: Complex machine learning models, neural networks, and natural language processing.
• Capstone: Students work on portfolio-worthy projects, demonstrating their mastery of data science principles and advanced analytics.

Product Design Bootcamp

The Product Design Bootcamp is designed to teach students the skills needed to become proficient product designers. The program covers:

• Essentials: Introduction to design techniques, responsible design, and visual design.
• Foundations I: User research, UX design, and information architecture.
• Foundations II: UI design principles, design systems, and portfolio development.
• Capstone: Students work on a complete product design solution, demonstrating their abilities and building a professional portfolio.

Tuition and Financing

Tuition fees vary by program, with options for upfront payment, installment plans, and financing. The cost of each program is as follows:

• Game Design Bootcamp: $9,900 (upfront), $13,500 (installment plan), or $14,900 (financed)
• Game Programming Bootcamp: Pricing varies, with financing options available
• Data Science Bootcamp: Pricing varies, with financing options available
• Product Design Bootcamp: Pricing varies, with financing options available

Career Services

Career services are included with each bootcamp program, providing students with support and guidance throughout their job search. Services include:

• Weekly or bi-weekly meetings with a career coach
• Review of job openings and interview preparation
• Salary negotiation guidance
• Access to a network of over 20,000 alumni

Admission Criteria

Admission to the programs requires:

• No prior experience for the Essentials programs
• A high school diploma or GED
• Completion of an assessment and creation of a Genius account
• Securing financing or paying upfront

Conclusion

The university's programs are designed to provide students with a comprehensive education and the skills needed to succeed in their chosen fields. With a focus on practical applications and career development, these programs offer a valuable investment in students' future careers.