Game Design Program

The game design program at Manchester Community College – NH instructs students in designing, developing, and programming interactive media entertainment, such as video games, computer games, internet games, game apps, and other various interactive media. Students who graduate from the game design program may pursue careers in game design, gaming journalism, video game testing, and more. Courses include theory of games, turn-based games, real-time games, visual and interactive design, animation, story development, simulation, and programming. Get more details below including other Connecticut colleges that offer game design program.

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Manchester Community College – NH

900 Lafayette Blvd, Bridgeport, CT

Manchester Community College, located in Manchester, Connecticut, is the largest of the 12 community college located in the state. The school began operations in 1963, and currently enrolls over 15,000 students. Due to a variety of programs offered at the school, over 40% of the students enrolled at the school are not from the MCC's primary service area.

Manchester Community College prides itself on offering academic excellence, up to date technology in its classrooms and facilities, small classroom sizes, and a low cost high quality education. To maintain its high standards, the school is constantly looking to revise and update programs and offerings depending on the needs of students and the community.

Academics

Manchester Community College offers a large number of programs. These programs can result in an associate degree or certificate. Students can take programs designed for transfer to a four year institution or they can prepare for a career through technical and vocational training. Certificate programs also prepare individuals for vocational or technical training, but generally lack general education courses, resulting in shorter program lengths. In addition to the programs offered, MCC also provides adult education and continuing education courses for individuals interested in returning to school; or wishing to refresh their education or renew a license or certification.

Programs offered include:

• Graphic Design
• Culinary Arts
• Criminal Justice
• Physical Therapist Assistant
• Business Administration

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at Manchester Community College must be a high school or college graduate, or have a GED. Additionally, students must be a resident of Connecticut for a minimum of one year prior to the start of their first class. If the student meets these requirements, he or she may complete and submit the application for enrollment along with any transcripts, test scores and associated fees.

Manchester Community College offers a variety of financial aid options. Interested students should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in a timely manner, to guarantee that their financial aid eligibility will be reviewed and any awards disbursed. The financial aid office is in place for students seeking assistance with the application process or have question pertaining to financial aid.

Athletics

The Manchester Community College Cougars compete in Region XXI of Division III of the National Junior College Athletics Association (NJCAA). Currently the school provides programs in women's soccer and basketball and men's basketball. The school places a high importance on athletics, believing it is an important part of the college experience. Manchester Community College is the only community college in Connecticut to offer intercollegiate athletic programs.

Students Enrolled in the Game Design Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Manchester Community College – NH offers an associate's degree program in game design.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Postsecondary Teachers, All Other

Description

All postsecondary teachers not listed separately.

Multimedia Artists and Animators

Description

Create special effects, animation, or other visual images using film, video, computers, or other electronic tools and media for use in products or creations, such as computer games, movies, music videos, and commercials.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).