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BTEC Diploma in Creative Media Skills (Games Design) Level 2

at Hertford Regional College, Ware · college

Level 2Applied and BTECDiploma35 weeksFull timeFree

What the college says

The gaming industry’s global revenue is now greater than that of TV and film combined. This presents creative games development enthusiasts with opportunities for fun rewarding careers.This qualification is for learners 16 years old or over who prefer to study Creative Digital Media Production in a context that allows them to learn and be assessed in ways that are practical and relevant to the Creative Digital Media Production sector. Universities and employers have told us that understanding the process of how a game is developed helps to enhance the employability of a person and their interactions in the workplace. Therefore this qualification is designed to give learners a range of specialist knowledge and transferable skills in the context of applied Creative Digital Media Production providing them with the opportunity to enter an apprenticeship employment or progress to a Higher Education (HE) course eg BSc Computer Science or BSc Games Development.What makes Computing at HRC special? You will be taught by industry-trained and qualified lecturers A perfect way to start a career in Creative Digital Media with a Games Development focus A digital and traditional portfolio of work ready to present to employers and universities You will develop employability and communication skills Develop your English and maths whilst studyingWhat do our students say?"This is the best teaching experience I have had so far and is helping me achieve the targets and qualifications I wish for."

What you need to get on

To take this course you will need: A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above. These must include a Grade 3 in English and a Grade 3 in maths (Or Functional Skills Level 1) alternatively you can join with a Level 1 qualification such as the Level 1 Diploma in Vocational Studies at Merit or above and grade 3 in GCSE English and maths (or Functional Skills Level 1)If you would like help understanding our entry requirements give our Information Centre a call on 01992 411411.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Ware Campus

    Hertford Regional College Scotts Road, Ware, SG12 9JF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 31 August 2026 · Ware

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