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Haleel

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Haleel

Software engineering and game development

Software and games

Personal budget

$450

Monthly, from living costs

Sport

Basketball (proposed)

Basketball (proposed)

Share of household

2.4%

Of the monthly total

Next steps

  • Request the school transcript and a credit assessment through the local school board.
  • Check mathematics, science and English prerequisites and each programme deadline.
  • Finish a small game or software portfolio project.

Five-year outline

A direction to review each year, not a commitment.

  1. Year 1

    Complete secondary requirements and prepare applications.

  2. Year 2

    Start a suitable software or game-development programme.

  3. Year 3

    Seek co-op or practical project experience.

  4. Year 4

    Build a stronger portfolio and work with local teams.

  5. Year 5

    Progress toward graduation and a software role.

Community

Youth technology mentoring

Where to look

University and college programme advisers, local tech hubs and game-dev meetups

Degrees and college pathways differ. Compare credentials, entry requirements, cost and co-op length before choosing.