How to make a video game: A basic guide on video game development
Alex Hughes
November 5, 2024
Games Development
Level 3
This course will teach you about the creation and production of 2D and 3D games using the most relevant, industry standard software.
Level 3
This course will teach you about the creation and production of 2D and 3D games using the most relevant, industry standard software.
4 GCSEs at 9-4 (A*-C), including English
Two years
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design
GCSEs at grades 4-9 (C-A*), including English and maths
Two Years
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design
Our Level 3 Games Development course provides in-depth training in game creation using industry-standard tools like Unity3D, Unreal Engine, Blender, and Maya. You’ll develop 3D modelling skills, create game-ready assets, and design 2D games and prototypes. You’ll also focus on creating and animating a 3D character, learning techniques in anatomy modelling, retopology, and clothing. This course equips you with both practical and theoretical knowledge to excel in the game development industry, preparing you for further study or a career in the field.
On the L3 Games Development course, you’ll work with advanced industry tools like Unity3D, Unreal Engine, Blender, and Maya, developing both technical and creative skills to create games from scratch. You’ll gain practical experience in our games labs, learning how to collaborate in teams and independently build games. Additionally, you’ll develop professional presentation skills, pitching your ideas to clients or investors and compiling a portfolio to showcase your work, preparing you for opportunities in the gaming industry.
Prior to your studies commencing you will have the opportunity to purchase a Course Starter Pack containing essential Games Development materials such as a 1TB SSD hard drive and high-quality headphones at a competitive price.Â
You’ll also receive access to games development rooms containing:
During your course, you will have access to a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), where you can:
Our Level 3 Games Development course provides in-depth training in game creation using industry-standard tools like Unity3D, Unreal Engine, Blender, and Maya. You’ll develop 3D modelling skills, create game-ready assets, and design 2D games and prototypes. You’ll also focus on creating and animating a 3D character, learning techniques in anatomy modelling, retopology, and clothing. This course equips you with both practical and theoretical knowledge to excel in the game development industry, preparing you for further study or a career in the field.
On the L3 Games Development course, you’ll work with advanced industry tools like Unity3D, Unreal Engine, Blender, and Maya, developing both technical and creative skills to create games from scratch. You’ll gain practical experience in our games labs, learning how to collaborate in teams and independently build games. Additionally, you’ll develop professional presentation skills, pitching your ideas to clients or investors and compiling a portfolio to showcase your work, preparing you for opportunities in the gaming industry.
Prior to your studies commencing you will have the opportunity to purchase a Course Starter Pack containing essential Games Development materials such as a 1TB SSD hard drive and high-quality headphones at a competitive price.Â
You’ll also receive access to games development rooms containing:
During your course, you will have access to a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE), where you can:
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.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster.Â
You can head off to University, study a Level 4/5 course or go straight into the world of work.
Involves coding mechanics, features and systems and can grow into specialized 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 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.
Tests the game for bugs, inconsistencies and gameplay issues and provides critical and structured feedback to developers.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course, the world really is your oyster.Â
You can head off to University, study a Level 4/5 course or go straight into the world of work.
Involves coding mechanics, features and systems and can grow into specialized 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 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.
Tests the game for bugs, inconsistencies and gameplay issues and provides critical and structured feedback to developers.
Learning Structure:
Weekly Schedule:
Year 1:
Year 2:
Professional Development:Â
Attendance and Independent Work:
Students are expected to work independently outside timetabled lessons to:
Progress Reviews and Reporting:
Enrichment Opportunities:
4 GCSEs at 9-4 (A*-C), including English.
This internally assessed course is delivered and evaluated by teachers through planned projects. These combine practical tasks, like game design and creation, 3D modelling and animation, as well as written reports, filmed pitches, and presentations, involving both individual and group work.
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
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Weekly Schedule:
Year 1:
Year 2:
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Professional Development:Â
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Attendance and Independent Work:
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Students are expected to work independently outside timetabled lessons to:
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Progress Reviews and Reporting:
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Enrichment Opportunities:
4 GCSEs at 9-4 (A*-C), including English.
This internally assessed course is delivered and evaluated by teachers through planned projects. These combine practical tasks, like game design and creation, 3D modelling and animation, as well as written reports, filmed pitches, and presentations, involving both individual and group work.
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
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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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