Comments on: Thoughts on Video Game Programming jobs

By: Tony

Tony — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 03:34:36 +0000

Your best bet would be to read the detailed descriptions of the programs offered, something along the lines of http://compsci.ca/blog/choosing-between-computer-science-and-computer-engineering/, to have a good idea of what you are getting into. Talking to existing students at colleges/universities of choice is also helpful.

By: Anthony

Anthony — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 23:46:32 +0000

What colleges do you know of to learn all these codes? I’m currently attending Collins College, and recently found out I will not be writing code, which is why I am going to college. Since I have found this information I wish to find and switch to a college that will teach me code. I’m in Arizona and will definitely transfer around Arizona to find the college that will teach me all these languages of code. If you could direct me to a college I would really appreciate it.

Thanks,

Anthony

By: Tony

Tony — Sun, 27 Dec 2009 04:18:08 +0000

Have you seen http://compsci.ca/blog/6-degrees-of-computer-science/ ? It could give you an idea to get started, but typically Computer Science and Software Engineering comes with a lot of overlap. Since “Engineering” is not a licensed profession in United States (as oppose to Canada), the difference might be even further blurred.

By: Andrew

Andrew — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 18:15:52 +0000

Can anyone explain the difference between a Software Engineering and a Computer Science Degree. My top pick for a school I want to go to only offers Software Engineering.

By: David

David — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:17:20 +0000

Hello,

I am currently in grade 12, and I am looking at attending university next year and taking a computer science course. Like almost everyone else here, I love games and I want to be a video game programmer. I am in a grade 12 programming course right now and I have been trying to learn C# for a bit.

Anyway, I have been looking at Carleton, Toronto, Ryerson, Waterloo and Western but I am not sure where I want to go, they all sound pretty good. I was wondering if you could tell me what the deciding factors were for you and if you are happy with your choice. I am scared that I will pick a university and then regret it later.
How are the residences at Carleton, I went on a tour but it was during exams so I didn’t get to see them.

Also, I am not sure whether it would be better to take a comp sci course or a software engineer course or others. What have you found?

Sorry about bombarding you with questions, I am really worried, but thanks so much in advance for responding.

David

By: Tony

Tony — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:38:44 +0000

This is the place for you to visit -- CompSci.ca Forums: Student Life; lots of discussion on admission to and studying at UW. You'd probably find some insightful information posted there already, or create a new topic if you can't find what you are looking for.

By: Christian

Christian — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 19:38:47 +0000

Hey Guys,

I’ve read alot of the comments and in most of the comments, almost all want to recieve a degree in computer science. Well, to me, its kinda too broad. I’m currently in grade 12 and Its that time of the year where I have to decide what course I am to take for university. I seriously love games and I plan on being a game programmer too. I took the grade 11 computer programming and got a great mark, and I’m taking the grade 12 computer programming next semester.

Anyways, I took co-op this semester and I’m a QC for 3 hours every day I plan on studying in U of Waterloo. There’s this new course double degree in computer science and business. Uhmm, I’m thinking of taking this but I kinda want to take the Software Engineering as well.

Uhmm, guys, would software engineering degree give me an advantage in landing me a game programming position? Also, in terms of learning, would I learn more in software engineering than computer science in becoming a game programmer?

thanks alot guys

By: manu

manu — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 08:20:29 +0000

Holy jesus! im also 17 and i also want to be a game programer. but im scared, what if i don’t find a job, what if i have to wash my hair with rain water. i just hope im making the right decision. Im soo nervous of what will happen with my life.

By: Tony

Tony — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 01:35:23 +0000

If I pull out some random statistic, like “42%”, that would be describing an average, not necessary how well you’ll fare. Games are gonna be made; someone will need to design those levels. If you are good at what you do, the chances will be in your favour.

By: david allen

david allen — Wed, 08 Apr 2009 15:31:22 +0000

please email me back with any input you can offer, now i dont care for programming or math, but im about 2 months away from going to ringling and game art will be my forteau, ive done alot of different things in my life and i have always made atleast 50k a year now i want to something i believe i would enjoy doing and not for money, anyway if you could tell me the odds of getting a job in the industry from the artistic side im interested in level design and enviroment design thanks