BS Game Development and Animation

Overview

The BS program in Game Development and Animation is a perfect fit for students passionate about creating immersive and interactive experiences. The game industry has grown to be a multi-billion-dollar sector as technology progresses, and animation is now a crucial part of films, television programs, and other visual media.

This degree program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the entire game development cycle, from production to finished product.

The program covers courses such as Computer Graphics, Interactive Animation Techniques, 3D animation, Game Design, Digital Animation and Effects, Simulation & Game Programming, Mobile Game Development, Software Quality Assurance and Testing, Artificial Intelligence for Games Development, Machine Learning for Game Development, Virtual Reality, Augmented Virtual & Mixed Reality, Digital Imaging, etc along with basic computer science courses in programming and software development.

Admission Criteria

A recognized general education diploma or its equivalent
Students joining MCBS must go through an English placement test to determine the appropriate English level
Students presenting a valid score of 5-5.5 in IELTS or 65-79 in internet based TOEFL (iBT) are exempted from the English program
Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placements tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption
Mathematics placements tests will determine whether Basic Mathematics (MATH 10) and Applied Mathematics (MATH 20) can be exempted, or students will be given both or one of them
IT placement test will determine whether students will require to take the Information Technology foundation course (COSC 10)

Program Structure

Duration: Bachelor’s degree requires about 8 semesters or 4 years.

Program delivery: 12-15 credits per normal semester and 6 credits per summer semester.

Internship: Placement on a minimum of 6-weeks internship.

Courses: Apart from courses closely related to the program, students take general education courses.

Courses	Credits
Core Courses	60
Communication skills	09
Humanities	09
Social Sciences	09
Mathematics Requirements	09
Science Requirements	08
Core Electives	15
Internship	01
Total	120

Core Courses (60 Credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
COSC 2325	Data Communication and Networks (Required)	3
COSC 2301	Object Oriented Programming II	3
COSC 4326	Data Visualization	3
COSC 4354	Digital Image Processing	3
COSC 4390	Introduction to Deep Learning	3
COSC 4392	Federated Machine Learning	3
COSC 4393	Special Topics in Game Development	33
COSC 4394	Special Topics in Animation	3
ITEC 4332	Audio Visual Communication Technology	3

Core Electives (15 credits)

Course Code	Course Name	Credits
COSC 2325	Data Communication and Networks (Required)	3
COSC 2301	Object Oriented Programming II	3
COSC 4326	Data Visualization	3
COSC 4354	Digital Image Processing	3
COSC 4390	Introduction to Deep Learning	3
COSC 4392	Federated Machine Learning	3
COSC 4393	Special Topics in Game Development	33
COSC 4394	Special Topics in Animation	3
ITEC 4332	Audio Visual Communication Technology	3

Career Opportunities

This program will prepare graduates for various high in demand career paths in the entertainment industry, including;

Graphic Designer
Game Designer,
Game Engine Programmer
Mobile App Developer
Game Animator
UI/UX Designer (Gaming)
Immersive Technologies expert
Metaverse Developer

Ready to take the next step?

Info

Duration: 3 years full-time

Semester Starts: Fall, Spring, and Summer

Fee: 12,124 OMR

Required English Prerequisites

IELTS (academic): 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0)

TOEFL (internet) min overall score 60

MCBS Placement Test

Applicants who do not have official IELTS or TOEFL scores are required to take MCBS English Placement Test.

Students will need to go through Mathematics and IT placement tests to determine their levels of proficiency in these subjects as they are part of the GFP or possible exemption.

Department Contact

Contact Program Chair Dr. Joseph Mani for more information.