Computer Games Development Extended Diploma Level 3
The Extended Diploma in Computer Games Development is a fantastic opportunity to learn about computer games development from both a practical and theoretical standpoint. The course is designed to provide students with a broad set of production skills within the gaming context.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects at grade 4 or above including English and Maths.
What will I study?
During the first year, you will work on a large variety of projects. Each is designed to give you a different set of skills and allow you to experience lots of different types of games related to areas such as programming, 3D modelling, interactivity, audio and level design.
In the final part of the year you will take the skills and experience you have gained, along with your own interests, and create a final major project. This can be anything you want to make and may incorporate one or more different types of games related techniques.
During the second year you will engage with more advanced topic areas to expand on your first year of study, covering areas such as advanced programming and maths for games, 3D character modelling, texture generation and 3D animation. This prepares you for choosing a specialism for the extended final major project which awards the final grade for the two years of study.
Method of delivery
In-College delivery is supported by online resources, and students develop strong independent learning skills to equip them for their next steps.
How will I be assessed?
Your assessment for this qualification is based on the completion of a Final Major Project (FMP). This will require you to pull together all of the knowledge and skills you have developed throughout the course.
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, T Level, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
The aim of the course is to prepare students for the progression to higher education and digital production, in particular, computer games production. Students may progress on to university or college to take degrees or foundation degrees in subjects such as computer games development, computer games animation, 3D modelling and multimedia development. You could also progress into employment or apprenticeships in these areas.
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