Game Programming Capstone
Create an original, playable game to showcase in your professional game programmer portfolio.
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Develop a professional game programming portfolio
This is the last leg of your game programming educational challenge - crafting a stand-out professional portfolio that will be key in getting hired. Guided by an expert game programmer, you'll polish your professional portfolio, refine self-promotion skills, and create a show-stopping final capstone project in the form of a fully playable game. Upon graduation, you'll be ready to dive straight into the gaming industry.
The NJIT // Flatiron Difference
Learn from game experts with real-world experience
Small group classes taught 100% online
Unreal Authorized Training Center and Academic Partner
Blizzard Entertainment training partner
Career services built-in
Career services is included with each capstone and bootcamp program. Designed by and for tech professionals, you'll experience a full technical interview process from start to finish, getting direct and personalized feedback each step of the way. Visit the career services page to learn more about the full process.
Program prerequisites: Game Programming Essentials, Game Programming Foundations I, Game Programming Foundations II
Curriculum
Get ready to launch your career as a game programmer
Game Programming Capstone - 12 weeks
This capstone is dedicated to getting you job-ready! With your instructor’s guidance, you’ll polish your best work for your portfolio and learn how to develop your competitive edge, market yourself, and make the best possible impression in front of employers. You'll also receive additional career support, portfolio reviews, and industry insights from your career coach.
What you'll learn:
- How to polish your portfolio to impress employers
- Interview and negotiation strategies
- Effective networking and self-promotion
- Accessing the hidden job market
In addition to your capstone project, here's the weekly breakdown:
- Career Pathways
- Industry Overview
- Portfolio Upgrade
- Networking and Online Presence
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Job Hunting
- Freelance Work
- Interviews and Pitching
- Personal Projects and Challenges
- Working in a Studio
- Contracts and Negotiations
- Personal Roadblocks
Tuition
Upfront - Save 10%
$4,500
Pay as You Go
$5,000
3 monthly payments of $1,667
FAQs
Yes! Upon the completion of each program in the pathway, you will receive a certificate of completion from Flatiron School.
Yes, the $99 deposit is required to secure your spot in your chosen cohort. Here's how it works:
- For bootcamp participants: You'll pay the $99 deposit once to secure your spot in the full bootcamp program.
- For course-by-course approach: You'll be required to pay the $99 deposit for each individual course in your chosen pathway.
The good news is that your deposit counts toward your total tuition cost. This non-refundable deposit ensures your place in the program while demonstrating your commitment to your tech education journey.
Yes, all programs offered by NJIT + Flatiron are delivered entirely online. This format provides flexibility and convenience, allowing you to learn from anywhere while balancing other commitments. The online experience includes live interactive virtual classes led by skilled instructors, collaborative projects, and comprehensive support services to ensure a rich and engaging learning journey.
Your monthly financed payment is based on your credit score. The amount shown reflects the lowest possible rate. To explore your financing options, schedule a call with an admissions representative today.
Our programs are not currently set up to accept military benefits, such as the GI Bill, as a form of payment directly from the student at this time. However, if your military benefits can be arranged to pay the school directly, this may be an option in rare cases.
No, you do not need a college degree to enroll in our programs. A high school diploma or GED is the only educational requirement. Our programs are designed to be accessible to a wide range of students with diverse backgrounds.
No, we do not accept FAFSA or traditional financial aid for our programs. However, we do offer loans for full-time students, as well as interest-free installment plans and upfront payment options for everyone else. Please contact us for more details about these flexible payment options.
It is occasionally possible to skip the Essentials program and go directly to Foundations I. However, we highly recommend that most students do not skip Essentials as it covers a tremendous amount of information and skills that will be used throughout the entire career pathway program and will require some catching up if skipped. The Essentials program is still difficult and covers a great deal of material that is necessary for proceeding in the following programs and won't be reviewed in Foundations. All of the future program material will build upon the essentials. If you would like to be considered to enter directly into the Foundations-level programs, you'll be required to submit materials demonstrating your proficiency in the materials covered in the Essentials program.
Nope! This program is designed for complete beginners—no experience required.
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