NQ Computing with Games Development

What will I learn?

This qualification will allow to plan, design and create your own computer games.

The qualification is aimed at learners who want to progress to employment in the games or Esports industries, possibly via an apprenticeship, or who may aspire to enter higher education., this qualification offers learners the opportunity to progress to the HNC or HND Games Development Qualifications at West College Scotland

You'll learn about:

• Animation Skills
• Artificial Intelligence in Gaming
• Gameplay
• Computer Games: Media Assets
• Game Development
• Games Programming
• Digital Game Design
• Software Development
• Media Production
• Esports Broadcasting
• Hosting an Esports Event

What qualifications do I need?

You'll need three level 5 qualifications at grade 3 or above including English and Maths. An NPA in Computer Games Development at level 4, 5 or 6 would also count as one of the three.

What can I do after?

After successfully completing this course you can develop your skills further by studying another course, such as:

• HNC Computer Games Development
• HNC Computing: Software Development

SCQF 5

Programme Information

Start: August

End: June

Duration: 1 year