Course Overview
Don’t just play games. Make them!
In this course, you'll learn the skills you need to create your own games, from concept to completion. You'll learn about game design, programming, art, and animation. You'll also have the opportunity to work on real-world projects, giving you the experience you need to get a job in the games industry.
Our course is taught by experienced industry professionals who are passionate about helping students succeed. We'll provide you with the support and guidance you need to reach your full potential.
Here are some of the benefits of taking our course:
- Learn from experienced industry professionals
- Work on real-world projects
- Gain the skills and experience you need to succeed in the industry
- Build a portfolio of work that you can use to showcase your skills to potential employers
- Network with other students and professionals in the industry
- Don't miss this opportunity to learn from the best and launch your career in the games industry
Here are some of the specific skills you'll learn in this course:
- Game design
- Programming
- Art
- Animation
These skills are in high demand by employers, and the games industry is a growing £7 billion industry. This means that by taking this course, you'll be well on your way to a successful career in the games industry.
You will be taught via physical and digital workshop-based sessions that encourage 'learning by doing' using industry standard software and techniques.
By the end of the course you could have produced a multitude of working game projects, which will be ready to publish should you desire. You will also learn about the inner workings of the games industry, human computer interfaces and games platforms, as well as being visited by a number of guest speakers from both industry and Higher Education.
What You Will Study
In this course, you'll create a series of game projects that will develop your skills in game design, programming, art, and animation. You'll also have the opportunity to explore the different requirements for successful employment within the games industry.
This course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the skills they need to launch a career in game development. It's also a great way to supplement your existing skills or to learn new skills that can help you advance in your current career.
- 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
4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4, including English and Maths.
OR
4 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 plus Level 2 in either English or Maths and Grade 3 or Level 1 in the other.
OR
GCSE English or Maths Grade 4 and Level 1 or Level 2 English or Maths and successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit Grade. - 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.
