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Games Development
Level 2
This course is the perfect introduction to the skills and techniques needed to design assets for computer games.
Level 2
This course is the perfect introduction to the skills and techniques needed to design assets for computer games.
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature)
One year
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Skills
This course is the perfect introduction to the skills and techniques needed to design assets for computer games.
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature)
One year
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Skills
The Level 2 Games Development course, taught in high-tech facilities by experienced staff, is designed to give you the best possible start on your games development journey. We provide a wide-ranging taste of working as a game designer and creator in a highly creative and supportive learning environment. The focus is on expanding and developing your games skills; you will be given a solid foundation in a range of game-related disciplines, and choose the areas in which you really wish to improve, allowing you to advance further in your studies and make a truly informed decision about your next steps.
This course allows you a safe space to experiment with techniques and approaches in order to improve, without fear of failure. By actively participating in hands-on tasks and projects, you will refine your practical skills and learn to effectively utilise industry-standard games development software and tools. You will learn to respond to creative briefs, becoming confident in creating work in a range of creative media disciplines and leave the course feeling confident in your creativity, your skills and your next steps. The course develops transferable skills that support progression into diverse and related industries, which include the media, art and IT sectors. We often employ industry professionals as teachers to ensure that we teach current industry practices.
PLEASE NOTE: THE BELOW STUDY MATERIALS ARE CAMPUS DEPENDENT.
Prior to your studies commencing, you will be advised how and where to purchase essential media production materials such as memory sticks and headphones.
In college you will find:
The Level 2 Games Development course, taught in high-tech facilities by experienced staff, is designed to give you the best possible start on your games development journey. We provide a wide-ranging taste of working as a game designer and creator in a highly creative and supportive learning environment. The focus is on expanding and developing your games skills; you will be given a solid foundation in a range of game-related disciplines, and choose the areas in which you really wish to improve, allowing you to advance further in your studies and make a truly informed decision about your next steps.
This course allows you a safe space to experiment with techniques and approaches in order to improve, without fear of failure. By actively participating in hands-on tasks and projects, you will refine your practical skills and learn to effectively utilise industry-standard games development software and tools. You will learn to respond to creative briefs, becoming confident in creating work in a range of creative media disciplines and leave the course feeling confident in your creativity, your skills and your next steps. The course develops transferable skills that support progression into diverse and related industries, which include the media, art and IT sectors. We often employ industry professionals as teachers to ensure that we teach current industry practices.
PLEASE NOTE: THE BELOW STUDY MATERIALS ARE CAMPUS DEPENDENT.
Prior to your studies commencing, you will be advised how and where to purchase essential media production materials such as memory sticks and headphones.
In college you will find:
Applying to study with us takes less than two minutes, and we have interviewers ready and waiting to speak to you.
Find out more about the application journey and apply now below.
Applying to study with us takes less than two minutes, and we have interviewers ready and waiting to speak to you. Find out more about the application journey and apply now below.
The course is based on Pearson’s Level 2 in Creative Media Skills.
The course is based on Pearson’s Level 2 in Creative Media Skills.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster. Here are some of the future career options available once you start your journey on a Level 2 course.
Involves coding mechanics, features and systems and can grow into specialised roles such as systems programmer or engine programmer.
Focuses on overall player experience and refining all core components of a game, to ensure a game is engaging and a fun experience overall.
Creates games independently or provides specialised game creation services (e.g., asset creation, programming) to clients.
Focuses on creating well-structured levels that will meet the gameplay and design objectives.
Specialises in creating 3D assets, environments, and visual elements for games.
Creates the initial visual ideas for characters, environments, and props, helping define the look and feel of a game.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster. Here are some of the future career options available once you start your journey on a Level 2 course.
Involves coding mechanics, features and systems and can grow into specialised roles such as systems programmer or engine programmer.
Focuses on overall player experience and refining all core components of a game, to ensure a game is engaging and a fun experience overall.
Focuses on overall player experience and refining all core components of a game, to ensure a game is engaging and a fun experience overall.
Focuses on creating well-structured levels that will meet the gameplay and design objectives.
Specialises in creating 3D assets, environments, and visual elements for games.
Creates the initial visual ideas for characters, environments, and props, helping define the look and feel of a game.
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature).
This course is internally assessed, meaning your teachers deliver and assess all of your coursework. Games Development Level 2 is currently made up of 7 assignment submissions. Projects are a balance of practical work like game builds, screen-captured playthroughs, designs/artwork, and animations, as well as written reports and presentations.
Your course benefits from an enrichment programme planned out by your local campus. Types of activities we’ve done in the past are games jams with different themes and rewards, and visits from industry specialists.
We will work with you to build your skills from the ground up, and can provide you with all the gear you need, but before you start with us, it would be beneficial for you to:
Our bespoke professional development programme aims to empower you to take your next steps into your future career. We achieve this by providing you with a three phase programme of lessons, projects and experiences designed to give you as much exposure to industry as possible.
Those who need to retake maths and/or English due to achieving a grade 3 or below will undertake 4 hours of maths and/or 3 hours of English a week. Learn more here.
All campuses 16-18*
FREE
All campuses 19+ (FIRST YEARS ONLY)
£2,882
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature).
This course is internally assessed, meaning your teachers deliver and assess all of your coursework. Games Development Level 2 is currently made up of 7 assignment submissions. Projects are a balance of practical work like game builds, screen-captured playthroughs, designs/artwork, and animations, as well as written reports and presentations.
Your course benefits from an enrichment programme planned out by your local campus. Types of activities we’ve done in the past are games jams with different themes and rewards, and visits from industry specialists.
We will work with you to build your skills from the ground up, and can provide you with all the gear you need, but before you start with us, it would be beneficial for you to:
Our bespoke professional development programme aims to empower you to take your next steps into your future career. We achieve this by providing you with a three phase programme of lessons, projects and experiences designed to give you as much exposure to industry as possible.
Those who need to retake maths and/or English due to achieving a grade 3 or below will undertake 4 hours of maths and/or 3 hours of English a week. Learn more here.
All campuses 16-18*
FREE
All campuses 19+ (FIRST YEARS ONLY)
£2,882
A range of student-friendly offers are available in partnership with WEX. These vary by store so check in with your local branch to see what support they can provide you as an ACC learner.
Your learning journey doesn’t just stop with this course! Take a look at next steps via courses at Access Creative College, Access Industry and dBs Institute!
Your learning journey doesn’t just stop with this course! Take a look at next steps via courses at Access Creative College, Access Industry and dBs Institute!
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