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Games Design & Development

at South & City College Birmingham, Birmingham · college

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Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Ever wonder how games are made? Do you want to learn the tricks of the trade to make entertaining and appealing experiences for gamers? This Level 3 course is suitable for school-leavers and adults with the focus on developing the technical and creative know-how to create games. You can expect a course that offers a broad range of practical study, using great facilities with industry-standard equipment. Tutors have games and media industry experience and are highly skilled with software, this includes a Certified 3ds Max Professional.

What you need to get on

You will need five GCSEs at Grade C or 4 and above including English GCSE and maths GCSE. An equivalent full Level 2 Diploma at merit grade with GCSE English and GCSE maths (Grade C or 4 and above) will also be considered.

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

  • Digbeth Campus

    High Street Deritend Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 5SU

    DaytimeClassroom based
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