Games Development (Creative Media Production and Technology)

You will study games design including the use of digital graphics and the various platforms and technologies within the industry. This course continues the focus on the design and production aspects of games development. The diploma part of this course allows you to hone your skills in a range of subjects which you will use when you progress to a career in the games development industry.The course maintains the focus on the design and product aspects of games development through:

• the development of level design skills
• the use of industry-standard 3D game development software
• the investigation of various platforms and technologies used within the industry
• the development of both 2D and 3D game levels to add to your portfolio
• the creation of a game story

There is also a requirement to complete functional skills and a project unit.

Your individualised study programme will be made up of the following four areas:

• the qualification you are studying
• English and maths
• work experience
• other activities to develop your personal skills e.g. preparing you for employment, training or higher/further education.

Assessment is via a mix of assignments completed in College and at home. There is a portfolio for the project unit and exams for functional skills.