This two year course provides students with the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to progress to degree level study and employment in the fast-moving games industry.
COURSE OVERVIEW
This specialist games course allows students to explore and develop creativity within a stimulating environment, through a mix of practical and theoretical learning, supported by industry experts. You will study programming, learn logical problem solving and gain the knowledge, skills and understanding necessary to progress to further study or employment in the fast-moving games industry.
You will have the opportunity to work on real-life projects commissioned by internal and external clients. You will have the opportunity to work on real live projects commissioned by internal and external clients and have the opportunity to specialise based on your interests and skills. You will work in top-of-the-range facilities with access to industry-standard software
A few examples of work from our highly successful alumni Ben Cottage can be found at www.bencottage.co.uk
FURTHER INFORMATION
Start at Level 2 if you have at least 3 GCSEs at grade 3 (D/E) or above,including English or maths.If you do not have these grades start at Level 1.
After Level 2 you can progress to the Level 3 Diploma UAL Diploma in Games Development and then the Extended Diploma.
Future careers:
- 3D modeller
- Animator
- Concept artist
- Illustrator
- Programmer
- Level designer
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’ projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.