Computer Science

Bachelor
of Science
in
Real-Time
Interactive
Simulation

E d u c at i o n interactive simulation. Students then build upon

F u n da m e n ta l s
The Real-Time Interactive Simulation (R.T.I.S.)
degree program offers an undergraduate degree
that focuses on the technology behind the devel-
opment of video games, including the develop-
ment of game engines, graphics, physics engines,
artificial intelligence, and networking. Students
learn the fundamentals of coding, using the C
and C++ languages, and then directly apply these
fundamentals in project-based classes to create
video games.
Applied
T e c h n i c a l S k i l ls
Classes are geared towards helping students
master the fundamentals of coding a real-time
these fundamentals to gain the technical exper-
tise and critical thinking skills that allow them to
make an immediate contribution to any team or
company. Instruction is based on the Windows
PC platform, but students are focused on solving
problems without the use of standard tool sets or
shortcutting application development tools. Stu-
dents directly apply their programming knowledge
and problem-solving skills to develop multiple
game projects. This foundational approach al-
lows DigiPen graduates to work in virtually any
game development environment of game engines,
game content and tool set for 2D or 3D games,
regardless of the target platform.
 Applied Academics used
by Game Project Courses:
Graphics Programming
I n d u st ry f u s e d Artificial Intelligence
w i t h Ac a d e m i a Software Engineering
Mathematics
With a faculty drawn from both the video Networking
game industry and academia, the R.T.I.S. Physics
program provides well-prepared graduates Project Management
to employers within the game industry and User Interface Programming
beyond. A number of industry leading com- Tool Development
panies are members of DigiPen’s Advisory
Committee that helps to ensure that DigiPen’s
R.T.I.S. program meets the rigor and relevance With a degree in R.T.I.S. from
for a life-long career in the field. DigiPen you could be a...

Content Engineer/Programmer
Software Engineer/Programmer
Network Coder
Scripter
Tools/Audio Engineer
User Interface Programmer
Quality Assurance Engineer
Application Engineer
Graphics Programmer
Artificial Intelligence Programmer
Production Assistant
Technical Designer
Game Play Engineer
Software Test Engineer

Places R.T.I.S. Graduates have worked...

Gas Powered Games Electronic Arts Pandemic Studios
Pop Cap Games Liquid Entertainment Microsoft
Amaze Entertainment Nintendo Software Technology NeverSoft
Airtight Games Warner Brothers Interactive Entertainment Midway
Big Fish Games Zipper Interactive Handheld Games
Concrete Games Snowblind Studios Zombie Studios
Dreamworks Interactive Sony Online Entertainment Pipeworks Software, Inc
Rainbow Studios Sucker Punch Productions Volition, Inc.
Valve Monolith Surreal Software
5th Cell Media Cat Daddy Games Obsidian Entertainment, Inc.
Bungie Studios Big Huge Games ArenaNet
 R e c o m m e n d e d C o u r s e S e q u e n c e C h ar t
Course Course Title Core Credits
MAT 140 Linear Algebra & Geometry X 4
CS 102 Computer Environment X 4
Semester 1

CS 120 High-Level Programming I – The C Programming Language X 3

CS 120L High-Level Programming I Lab X 1
GAM 100 Project Introduction X 3
ENG 110 Composition   3
ART 210 Art Appreciation   2
Semester Total 20*
MAT 150 or
Calculus & Analytic Geometry I or Vector Calculus I X 4
MAT 180
CS 170 High-Level Programming II – The C++ Programming Language X 3
Semester 2

CS 170L High-Level Programming II Lab X 1

CS 230 Game Implementation Techniques X 3
GAM 150 Project I X 3
ENG 150 Mythology for Game Designers   3
SOS 150 or
Society & Technology or Gender & Ethnic Stereotypes in Media & Games   3
SOS 180
Semester Total 20*
MAT 200 or
Calculus & Analytic Geometry II or Vector Calculus II X 4
MAT 230
Semester 3

CS 200 Computer Graphics I X 3

CS 225 Advanced C/C++ X 3
CS 180 Operating System I, Man-Machine Interface X 3
GAM 200 Project II X 4
PHY 200 Motion Dynamics X 3
Semester Total 20
PHY 250 Waves, Optics, & Aerodynamics   3
CS 250 Computer Graphics II X 3
Semester 4

CS 260 Computer Networks I, Interprocess Communication X 3

CS 280 Data Structures X 3
GAM 250 Project II X 4
MAT 250 Linear Algebra X 3
Semester Total 19
CS 300 Advanced Computer Graphics I X 3
CS 315 Low-Level Programming X 3
Semester 5

CS 330 Algorithm Analysis X 3

MAT 258 Discrete Mathematics X 3
GAT 300 3D Computer Animation Production I   3
GAM 300 Project III X 5
Semester Total 20
MAT 300 Curves and Surfaces X 3
CS 350 Advanced Computer Graphics II X 3
Semester 6

CS 365 Software Engineering X 3

Elective Any 200-level or higher CS course not required or PHY 350 X 3
GAM 350 Project III X 5
Elective An elective of the student’s choice from any department at DigiPen   3
Semester Total 20
Elective Select one: ANI 125, ART 400, FLM 115, FLM 151, FLM 275, or ART 410 2-3
Elective One English elective chosen from any ENG course, ENG 116 and above   2-4
Semester 7

Elective Any 200-level or higher CS course not required or PHY 350 X 3

Elective One Math elective chosen among MAT 256 or any MAT course greater than 300 X 3
GAM 400 Project IV X 5
Elective An elective of the student’s choice from any department at DigiPen   3
Semester Total 18-21
Elective One English elective chosen from any ENG course, ENG 116 and above   2-4
Semester 8

Elective Any 200-level or higher CS course not required or PHY 350 X 3

Elective Any 200-level or higher CS course not required or PHY 350 X 3
GAM 450 Project IV X 5
Elective An elective of the student’s choice from any department at DigiPen   3
Semester Total 16-18
Degree Total 154 min.

Note: Please see the Course Catalog for an explanation of core courses and course descriptions.
 Admissions Requirements

In order to be considered for admission to DigiPen Institute of Technology Europe - Bilbao,

all R.T.I.S. applicants MUST meet the following minimum requirements:
1. Have completed the Bachillerato and Selectividad
2. Have demonstrated sufficient academic background in mathematics earning an
average of 7 or better in math classes
3. Have achieved at least an advanced level in the English language
4. In addition, R.T.I.S. applicants are encouraged to take coursework in calculus, physics,
and computer science, but this is not a requirement.

All R.T.I.S. applicants must submit the following application materials:

†† Application for Admission (paper or online)
†† 200€ Application fee
†† Official high school transcripts
†† Official university transcripts (if applicable)
†† Official scores for the Selectividad - No minimum score requirement
†† Personal statement - Please see the website (www.digipen.es) for the required
personal statement topics.
†† Two letters of recommendation (optional)
†† Proof of English language proficiency. Proof can be demonstrated in one of the following ways:
a) A minimum Test of English as a Foreign Language, such as TOEFL
b) Completion of four years of high school in the United States at an English-speaking school
c) Completion of a bachelor’s degree at an English-speaking institution
d) Other English proficiency exam scores, Cambridge English Level Certificates or similar

Please note
Admission to the R.T.I.S. program at DigiPen is competitive. Applicants who exceed the minimum
requirements are more likely to be accepted to the program.

DigiPen Institute of Technology Europe - Bilbao Teléf. 94-4706400 or 94-4706500

Alameda Rekalde 50 Fax. 94-4706401
48008 Bilbao, Bizkaia admissions.es@digipen.es
Spain www.digipen.es