If you enjoy playing digital games and have often thought about how they are made, then this is the perfect course for you!

Please note the Fees(Adult) may be free depending on student circumstances, please enquire for more information.

• Overview

  This qualification is designed to provide a technical introduction to digital games production. Learners develop skills in areas such as games engine scripting, 3D modelling and environment and games testing.

  This qualification is for post-16 learners who are looking to progress to higher or degree apprenticeships, employment or to further education or training.

  This course is equivalent in size to one A Level and lasts one year.

  More about STEM

• Entry Requirements

  A minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above including Mathematics and English.

• Assessment Types

  The course includes a range of assessment types and styles suited to vocational qualifications in the sector. There are two main forms of assessment; external and internal.

• Units/Modules

  You will study the following units:

  • Media Representations
  • Pre Production Portfolio
  • Responding to a Commission
  • Computer Games Production

• Benefits/Skills

  In addition to studying your main programme you will follow a course to improve your cognitive, problem solving and employability skills. Learners will also develop their study and research skills.

• Careers/Progression

  The course will give you the opportunity to progress on to a HND/Foundation degree in areas such as Computing, Multimedia or Computer Game Design/Development.

  The qualification is also excellent preparation for a career in many branches of the computing industries.