ObjectivesThis Foundation Degree provides an initial broad introduction to the area of computer games, with the opportunity to specialise in either programming or design. The course has a heavy emphasis on learning-through-doing with a large proportion of your work conducted in practical projects.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements for this course are normally one of the following: A minimum of 100 points from A2 or AS levels or A minimum of 100 points from a Vocational A level double award or BTEC national Diploma (Pass, Pass, Pass) or Access course pass. Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. We adopt a flexible approach and consider all applications individually. Additional requirements for this course are normally GCSE in English at grade C or above (or the BTEC Language and Communications Unit) and Mathematics at grade C or above.
Academic titleFdSc Computer Games Technology
Course descriptionCourse Structure
The courses comprises:
Year 1
Introduction to Computer Programming
Introduction to 3D and Animation
Interactive Games Culture.
Work-based Learning 1
Year 2
Computer Games Development
Further Interactive Games Culture
Work-based Learning 2
Year 3 (Optional)
Computer Games Studio
Team Project
Work and Professional Practice
With further specialist options in the areas of design and programming.