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(Games Development) UAL Level 3 Diploma And Extended Diploma in Creative Media Production

at Cambridge Regional College, Cambridge · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Games Development at Cambridge Regional College firmly places students on their first steps into the Games industry. Learners will gain experience with multiple tools, software and processes in order to learn how to work in the state of the art companies and ensure they have industry ready skills. Our students don’t just train to become games developers, they become them from their very first day. Students engage in a variety of projects, live briefs, and assignments in order to put their skills to the test and create a variety of interactive experiences Year 1, UAL L3 Diploma UCAS Points – Pass (36) Merit (60) Distinction (84) The first year of the course introduces students to Programming, Art, Design, Audio, Game Theory and Professional Practice. Students engage with these topics through a series of project-based assignments that enable learners to explore their chosen specialism within a broader game development context. This fully prepares them to embark on their Final Major Project half way through the year where they're encouraged to develop a personal project or collaborate in a team to create a playable game. Year 2, UAL L3 Extended Diploma UCAS Points – Pass (72) Merit (120) Distinction (168) Students progressing onto the second year of the course will further develop their skillset and refine processes to begin producing marketable products. Students will be encouraged to develop projects across a range of platforms, work collaboratively to better understand studio

What you need to get on

You will need 4 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 (A - C), or Level 2 UAL Diploma in Creative Media Production at a Pass, Level 2 BTEC Certificate/Extended Certificate or First Diploma in Creative Media – Pass level. GCSE English language grades 9 - 4 (A - C) is essential and GCSE Maths grades 9 - 4 (A - C) is highly desirable.

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

  • Cambridge Regional College

    Science Park Campus, King Hedges Road King Hedges Road, Cambridge, CB4 2QT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Cambridge

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