Advanced College Diploma – Game – Programming (Optional Co-op) (3109)

The Game – Programming advanced diploma program provides students with comprehensive training in software design and software development within the gaming industry. Students participate in key phases of the game creation lifecycle, including game design, 3D graphics programming, simulation design, and multiplayer online game development.

The curriculum focuses on technical subjects such as object-oriented software design, user interface design, software testing, and quality assurance. Students gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and programming languages including C#, Java, HTML5/JavaScript, Unity3D, advanced graphics, and mobile app development. The program culminates in two major software development projects where students build high-quality games or interactive applications to demonstrate their technical and business skills.

Academic Qualification: Grade 12 / High School Diploma (or equivalent).

Minimum GPA: 50.0%

Minimum Language Test Scores:

• IELTS: 6.0

• TOEFL: 67.0

• PTE: 51.0

• Duolingo: 105

Conditional Admission: Available for applicants who need to complete English language preparation prior to starting their main academic program.

1. Entrance Scholarships (Centennial College - All campuses)
Value: $2,000 – $5,000 CAD (automatically applied for eligible international students).

Award Breakdown:

1-year program: $2,000 CAD (Year 1)

2-year program: $3,000 CAD ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Year 2)

3-year program: $4,000 CAD ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Years 2 & 3)

4-year program: $5,000 CAD ($2,000 in Year 1, $1,000 in Years 2, 3 & 4)

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to all nationalities.

Must be an international student starting their first main academic program at Centennial College (May 2026, September 2026, or January 2027 intake).

Exclusion: Second-program students, existing scholarship recipients, new ELL-only students, tuition-exempt students, and deferred applicants without study permits are ineligible.

2. International Mobility Scholarship (Centennial College - All campuses)
Value: $3,000 – $7,000 CAD (Total $3,000 awarded over 3 years; reaches up to $7,000 CAD when combined with the Entrance Scholarship).

Award Breakdown:

$1,000 CAD per year for 3 years.

A total of 90 scholarships available for Winter 2027 intake.

Eligibility Criteria:

Open to non-resident, non-citizen international students.

Fully accepted into Year 1 of a 3-Year Advanced Diploma program.

Minimum OSSD 70% or equivalent required.

Application deadline: October 30, 2026 (Requires a 100–200 word essay and CAD 2,000 tuition deposit paid).