What You Will Study
Some of the areas you will study include:
Level 1 – You will develop assets through different projects to explore game creation processes and techniques.
Level 2 - You will study a variety of
units that are taught as projects, each project will involve making your own
game using industry standard software such as the Unity engine.
Most employers are looking for ability in these areas and the majority of university courses require you to have good Maths and English GCSEs, which is why the development of these skills are so important, whatever your field of study.
- How You Will Be Assessed
You will be assessed through assignments and practical project work that count towards your final grade. Your tutor will provide regular feedback and maintain a record of assessment. All student work may be externally verified.
- Entry Requirements
Level 1:
3 GCSEs at Grade 9-1.Level 2:
4 GCSEs at Grade 9-3, including English and Maths.
OR
A relevant Level 1 qualification at Merit Grade, plus Functional Skills English and Maths at Entry Level 3. - Further Study
On completion with the appropriate Pass and English and Maths grades, you can progress through the levels.
You could progress onto higher education courses in Computer Games Design or Development, Animation, Digital Graphics, Web Design and Multimedia.
