Advanced Game Development

Academic Requirements

To apply for the Advanced Game Development program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• English 30-1, English 30-2 or equivalent
• Satisfactory results on the Bow Valley College Admission and Placement Test

Additionally, applicants are required to submit a portfolio consisting of 15-20 pieces of artistic or technical work. This may include sketches, renderings, games, design variations, and code snippets in digital format. The portfolio should demonstrate the applicant's proficiency in digital design software, creativity, artistic range, and/or technical ability. It is essential that the submissions reflect the original work of the applicant, and if any item is a collaborative piece, all contributors must be listed along with a description of the applicant's contribution.

Transcripts may be required to be evaluated by WES in some cases.

If you have questions or would like an informal pre-assessment of your portfolio, please contact LOA Portal's advisors for any clarification and support.

It is advisable to apply as soon as possible to ensure your application is processed in a timely manner.

English Language Proficiency Requirements

Before you apply, make sure you meet the language proficiency requirements for your program.

Bow Valley College teaches courses in Canadian English. To be admitted, you must demonstrate English proficiency, usually through high school or college transcripts or an English language test, depending on your program.

English language test results are valid for two (2) years from the day of testing. Results that expire before the program start date cannot be accepted. Official results must be submitted.

The following English language tests are accepted:

• TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
• IELTS (International English Language Testing Service)
• CLB (Canadian Language Benchmarks)
• Duolingo
• PTE (Pearson Test of English)
• CELBAN (Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses)
• CELPIP (Canadian English Language Proficiency Index Program)
• OET (Occupational English Test)

The English language requirements apply to all Bow Valley College programs except for specific programs which have their own requirements.

For the Advanced Game Development program, the following scores are required:

• Duolingo: 110
• TOEFL: 83
• IELTS Academic: 6.0 with a minimum band score of 6.0
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) A: 59 - 64

Alternatively, you can provide:

• Transcript showing completion of an Alberta Education English Language Arts course that meets the program’s Academic Requirements.
• Transcripts showing three years of full-time high school where English was the language of instruction.
• Transcripts showing one year of full-time post-secondary education at an institution where English was the language of instruction.

DISCLAIMER: The information above is subject to change. For the latest updates, please contact LOA Portal's advisors. The listed minimum requirements are a guideline and do not guarantee admission. Do not worry, we will notify you of any changes during the application process.