National AVGC-X Mission Aligned

Gaming & AVGC Excellence
Professional Curriculum

Engineer India's digital entertainment future with comprehensive game development training

duration
12 Months
format
Hybrid (Online Theory + On-Campus Game Labs)
target Audience
Ages 16-28, Students & Aspiring Game Developers
prerequisites
Basic programming knowledge, passion for gaming
certification
AVGC-X Mission Aligned Game Developer Certificate

Complete Curriculum Breakdown

Foundation Phase (Months 1-3)

Game Design Fundamentals & Programming Basics

3 Months

Core Topics

Game Design Theory: Mechanics, Dynamics, Aesthetics (MDA Framework)
Player Psychology & Engagement Design
Level Design Principles & Game Balancing
Introduction to Programming: C# for Unity / C++ for Unreal
Object-Oriented Programming for Game Development
Version Control with Git & Collaborative Development

Capstone Projects

Design a complete game concept document (GDD)
Build 3 simple 2D games (Platformer, Puzzle, Arcade)
Create a playable prototype with core mechanics

Tools & Software

UnityVisual StudioGitMiroFigma
Technical Development (Months 4-6)

3D Game Development & Art Pipeline

3 Months

Core Topics

Advanced Unity/Unreal Engine Programming
3D Modeling & Asset Creation (Blender, Maya)
Character Rigging & Animation Principles
Texture Creation & PBR Materials (Substance Painter)
Game Physics & Collision Systems
UI/UX Design for Games
Sound Design & Audio Integration (FMOD, Wwise)

Capstone Projects

Develop a 3D third-person action game prototype
Create a complete 3D character from concept to animation
Build a polished game environment with optimized assets

Tools & Software

Unity/Unreal EngineBlenderSubstance PainterAudacityFMOD
Advanced Specialization (Months 7-9)

Multiplayer, AI & Emerging Technologies

3 Months

Core Topics

Network Programming & Multiplayer Architecture
Game AI: Pathfinding, Behavior Trees, State Machines
Mobile Game Development (Android/iOS Optimization)
AR/VR Game Development with Unity XR
Procedural Content Generation
Game Optimization & Performance Tuning
Monetization Strategies (F2P, IAP, Ads, Premium)

Capstone Projects

Build a multiplayer online game with matchmaking
Create an AR game using smartphone cameras
Develop a mobile game and publish to app stores

Tools & Software

PhotonPlayFabUnity XRAndroid StudioXcode
Business & Industry (Months 10-12)

Game Production, Marketing & Esports

3 Months

Core Topics

Game Production Management & Agile Development
Quality Assurance & Game Testing Methodologies
Game Marketing & Community Building
App Store Optimization (ASO) & User Acquisition
Esports Management & Tournament Organization
Game Streaming & Content Creation for Gamers
Legal Framework: IP Rights, Publishing Contracts, GDPR
Indie Game Studio Setup & Funding Strategies

Capstone Projects

Complete and publish a full game to Steam/App Store
Create a marketing campaign with 10,000+ reach
Organize and run a small esports tournament
Build a gaming content channel with 10+ videos

Tools & Software

JiraTestRailOBS StudioSteam DirectGoogle Play Console

Specialization Tracks

Choose your focus area in the final semester based on your interests and career goals

Game Programming

Core gameplay systems, tools development, engine programming

Game Art & Animation

3D modeling, character animation, environment art, VFX

Game Design

Level design, game balancing, systems design, narrative

Esports & Streaming

Tournament management, content creation, community building

Learning Outcomes

Design and develop complete 2D and 3D games from concept to release
Master industry-standard game engines (Unity and/or Unreal Engine)
Create 3D game assets including characters, environments, and animations
Implement multiplayer networking and real-time game systems
Develop AR/VR experiences for emerging platforms
Understand game monetization and publishing processes
Apply AI and procedural generation techniques in games
Manage game production using industry-standard workflows
Build and grow gaming communities and esports initiatives

Industry Partnerships

Unity Certified Developer Pathway
Epic Games Unreal Engine Certification
Microsoft Azure PlayFab Game Services
Google Play Academy for Game Developers
Internship opportunities with Indian game studios
Mentorship from AVGC-X Mission industry partners

Industry Immersion

3-month capstone internship with leading Indian game studios and AVGC companies

Career Opportunities

Game Programmer

₹4-12 LPA

Average in India

Game Designer

₹3-10 LPA

Average in India

3D Artist / Animator

₹3-9 LPA

Average in India

Unity/Unreal Developer

₹5-15 LPA

Average in India

Technical Artist

₹6-14 LPA

Average in India

Indie Game Studio Founder

₹8+ LPA

Average in India

Esports Manager

₹4-10 LPA

Average in India

Game QA Lead

₹3-8 LPA

Average in India

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