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Games Animation and VFX Skills [NextGen] - Level 3 Extended Diploma

at Capital City College Group, London · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

This course will be delivered at the newly refurbished Soho centre, in the heart of London's Digital and Creative economy. This is an exciting new addition to Capital City College.Our bespoke building will provide unparalleled facilities tailored for the creators and innovators of tomorrow, enabling learners to hone their craft on industry-standard equipment and develop the skills that the industry desperately needs.The centre boasts industry-leading equipment and state-of-the-art training spaces, including:Green Screen StudioAnimation StudioVirtual Production SuiteEdit, Grade, Dub and Voice-Over StudioPodcast StudioTV Studio and Control RoomLecture TheatreComprehensively Equipped Alienware Animation StudiosThe repurposed Soho centre will act as a beacon for world-class Creative and digital sector provision, providing a talent pipeline of qualified and experienced individuals to access the fantastic career opportunities in these sectors.This course has been designed by NextGen and validated by AIM Awards to give you skills and knowledge for the workplace, working in association with award-winning employers including Sony, Microsoft, Ubisoft, Blue Zoo, Centroid, Double Negative, Framestore, MPC, and The Imaginarium.NextGen Skills Academy is an organisation set up by the Government and the Games, Animation and VFX industries to directly address skills gaps and shortages in these sectors.These are fast-moving industries, so NextGen collaborates with industry experts to make sure

What you need to get on

You will need:Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English Language and Maths or an equivalent Level 2 qualification at Merit (and Functional Skills in English and Maths at Level 2/GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above)All applicants must have an interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

How you are assessed

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

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

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

Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · London

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