Level 3 Extended Diploma in Games, Animation and VFX Skills
at Loughborough College, Loughborough · college
What the college says
NextGen Skills Academy (or NextGen for short) is an organisation set up by 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 their vocational qualifications for young people are up to date and relevant. They do this through working with an Employer Steering Group and Further Education to support delivery of a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Games, Animation and VFX Skills, accredited by AIM Awards. Their collaboration with AIM Awards has ensured that assessment methodology is aligned to industry standards and practice. This joined up approach has also produced two VFX Apprenticeship standards with a Games standard currently in development, which would be ideal progression routes for graduating NextGen students.
What you need to get on
The entry requirement is 5 GCSE including Maths and English at grade 4 and above or their BTEC Level 2 in Media / Games including their Maths and English. Five GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English and Maths,or BTEC Level 2 in Media/Games including English and Maths at C/4 or equivalent.
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
Main Campus
Radmoor Road, Loughborough, LE11 3BT
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Start dates
- 7 September 2026 · Loughborough
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