Computer Games Design

Other - North East Scotland College

Course overview

Focus on the technical and creative skills desired by employers in the computer games industry and in the wider creative digital media, Esports and software development sectors.

Course description

This course focuses on the technical and creative skills desired by employers, in the computer games industry and in the wider creative digital media and software development sectors. Students will work together to effectively contribute to an Esports organisation, content creation as well as organising an Esports tournament. The award includes the softer skills regarded as important in the computer games industry including communication, team working and an understanding of the role of enterprise.

What you will experience

You will be learning about computer games
You will be participating in the growing industry of Esports
You will develop media assets (audio, video, photographs, 2D and 3D images)
Investigating gameplay
Games design and development

Entry requirements

A minimum of four subject passes (C grade or better) at National 5, Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level
Level 5 core skills of Communication and Numeracy
Alternatively, applicants should have relevant work experience or successful completion of a relevant prior course at SCQF Level 5.

Learning outcome

College Certificate in Computer Games Development (SCQF Level 6)

Progression

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to several universities across Scotland and strong relationships with industry employers.

Education at NESCol:

On successful completion of this course, you can progress to the following courses at North East Scotland College:

University

Further study at HND level may allow progression to university.