At LaSalle College Vancouver in Vancouver, Canada, Game Design Diploma is offered as a diploma in Film & Animation programme. The programme runs for 12 months, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 26,100 per total (CAD 22,500 per total for local students).
At a glance
Degree:Diploma
Field:Film & Animation
Duration: 12 months
Delivery: On Campus
Local tuition: CAD 22,500 / total
International tuition: CAD 26,100 / total
We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page.
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Last reviewed September 2026 ·
Program details
Overview
The Game Design Diploma at LaSalle College Vancouver is a 12-month, on-campus program covering game design fundamentals, including level design, game mechanics, scripting basics, world-building, storytelling, and prototyping. The program has been ranked number one in Canada by The Princeton Review for more than a decade. Instruction is delivered by industry professionals working in game design, 3D modelling, and interactive media, using industry-standard software and production techniques. Through project-based coursework covering scripting, level design, and game history, students create playable game levels and design documents while building a portfolio reflecting studio expectations. Graduates are prepared for entry-level roles in game design, level design, quality assurance, and interactive media within the gaming and digital entertainment sectors. The program is not eligible for the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
Requirements
Admission Requirements: Domestic applicants generally require proof of secondary school graduation or equivalent and a copy of government-issued photo ID. International applicants generally require proof of secondary school graduation (with official English translations), a copy of a valid passport, and proof of English proficiency.
