Bradford College

Course Overview

This work-related course is ideal if you hope to progress onto a career in the challenging world of the video games industry. Throughout this exciting and engaging course, our links with industry contacts will help you develop an awareness of professional practices.

Course Structure

The course is made up of Mandatory Units:
Understanding the Media
Research Techniques
Media Skills Workshop
Production Management.

The compulsory Specialist Units are:
Professional Brief
Digital Graphics
Games Platforms and Technologies.

You can also choose  five additional Units from a wide choice including:
3D Modelling
3D Animation
3D Environments
Games Engines
Games Design
Flash for Computer Games.

Entry Requirements

You should normally have at least one of the following:
a BTEC First Certificate or Diploma in a related subject, an Intermediate GNVQ in a related subject at Merit level or at least four GCSEs at Grade A*-C including English or appropriate work experience.

How Will I Learn?

By completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands.
 

Skills You Will Develop

• 3D Modelling and Animation
• Character Design
• Drawing development
• An awareness of professional practices.

Benefits

You will build a portfolio that demonstrates a range of relevant skills.

Expect Also To

Work to a professional brief.

How You Will Be Assessed

• The course is assessed through project work completed throughout the year
• A final assessment will include a portfolio presentation, an exhibition of work and an externally-assessed major project.

Things You May Need

• Stationery
• Memory stick.