BA in Computer Science with a concentration in Video games

Presentation

The Bachelor's degree in computer science (video game course) is a three-year apprenticeship in a company, with periods of study at the Cnam-Enjmin in Angoulême. 

The aim is to gain the skills of a programmer in the cultural and creative industries (video game or multimedia studio, or immersive technologies department of a large company). 

The course is registered with the RNCP under code 24514. . 

It will enable you to study for a Master's degree in computer science.

Educational system

The courses in this degree are entirely online, via a digital learning environment. 

They are delivered asynchronously, meaning that the apprentice works at his or her own pace, reading the content provided. 

Students will be supervised by a teaching assistant who will ensure that personal work progresses smoothly and that the dynamics of the student group are maintained. 

Courses are created and improved each year by authors based on student feedback, but there is no exchange between teachers and students during the course.

Objectives

• A teaching approach based on the development of various skills: autonomy, proactivity, collaborative work, etc.
• A ‘challenge-based approach’ that encourages each student to explore concepts and seek solutions to problems raised by the teaching team
• Courses and projects that enable students to work together and give them the keys to a successful integration into the business world

Career paths and opportunities

Further studies

Further study is possible in Masters-type courses in computer science, subject to acceptance by the schools concerned. There is no automatic progression to a Master's degree at Cnam Enjmin. It is, of course, possible to take the competitive entrance examination for a Master's degree.

The right questions to ask yourself

1. Exploring your career plans: do I like computer programming?  Do I enjoy doing C++ C# Unity or other tutorials?
     
2. Examine your training plan: is mutual learning right for me? Is a course without a teacher right for me? Will I be able to ask my classmates questions when I get stuck? Will I be able to help those who ask questions?
    
3. Am I ready to work right now? Do I have any business ideas? Do I have any contacts? Have I already done odd jobs? Do I know how to respect schedules and instructions?
     
4. Do I have a chance of finding a company? Am I ready to start prospecting? Can I prepare a project portfolio? Am I motivated enough to create a professional CV, write/present my motivations and create a LinkedIn page?
    
5. Will I have time to take action after admission? Will I be able to send out applications, respond to adverts and keep track of my applications in a spreadsheet?