Computer Game Design, B.F.A.
These are suggested courses which fulfill some degree requirements for the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Computer Game Design. Transfer associate’s degree programs and courses vary among the 23 VCCS colleges. Be sure to consult your community college academic advisor each semester to make sure you are on track to graduate in an A.A. or A.A.& S or A.S. degree.
Students who have taken ENG 111 spring 2024 or prior will receive credit for ENGH 101 (Composition). Students who take ENG 111 after spring 2024 will receive ENGH— (English elective), which does not satisfy Mason Core.
ENG 125 will transfer to fulfill the Mason Core literature requirement until 2025.
| VCCS | Mason Equivalent |
|---|---|
| ENG 111 and ENG 112 | ENGH 101 and ENGH —- |
| MTH 154 | MATH 106 |
| CST 100 or 110 | COMM 100 or 101 |
| ART 180 | AVT 180 |
| Global Understanding | Global Understanding |
| 200 level English Literature | ENGH 202 |
| PHY 100 | PHYS 103 |
| PSY 200 | PSYC 100 |
| HIS 101 or HIS 102 or HIS 111 or HIS 112 or HUM 201 or HUM 202 | HIST 101T, HIST 102T, HIST L387T or HIST 125 |
| CSC 222 | CS 112 |
| ART 140 | AVT 110 |
| ART 283 | AVT 280 |
Notes
ENG 125 will continue to transfer to fulfill the Mason Core literature requirement until 2025.
Art electives: Choose two courses from: ART 116, 121, 231, 271, 141/217. 125/241 or ART 175/PHT 101
Admission to the B.F.A. Computer Game Design program is competitive. All transfer applicants must submit a writing sample for review. https://cvpa.gmu.edu/admissions/undergraduate-admissions/computer-game-design-admissions
Mason Core-VCCS equivalencies can be found here: Mason Core – VCCS Equivalency Table