Games Development (BTEC Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice)

Apply now Enquire Now This is a stem subject logo

School

School of Creative Arts

Campus

Quarry Hill Campus

Department

Visual & Digital

Become a programmer, artist, writer or animator with this programme. You will strengthen your knowledge of games engines such as Unreal. You will explore the animation and modelling process, becoming comfortable with 2D and 3D modelling. You will also focus your creative flair to design levels, worlds, characters, and concept artwork.

Tiga Logo

More about STEM

Course Information

Video Transcript

Print Download Fullscreen

LCC GAMES DEVELOPMENT WCAG 2.1 AA TRANSCRIPT

 

SCHOOL OF CREATIVE ARTS , LEEDS CITY COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT

 

INTERVIEWEE – JAMIE MOONEY – Course Leader of Level 3 Games Development (SPEAKING)

INTERVIEWEE – MIN – Student of Level 3 Games Development (SPEAKING)

INTERVIEWEE – JOSEPH – Student of Level 3 Games Development (SPEAKING)

INTERVIEWEE – JACK – Student of Level 3 Games Development (SPEAKING)

 

Scenery – A student moves their mouse and types on keyboard.

 

Scenery – A student turns head to focus on the monitor.

 

Scenery – Monitor shows a level being built on Unreal Engine 4.

Scenery – Monitor flicks to level building assets, showing different materials and textures.

Scenery – A student is shown playtesting their level.

 

Scenery – Monitors show level assets, moving sprites and 3D models.


Scenery – A student showcases their work to another student.

Jamie Mooney – “Hi, i’m Jamie! I’m the course leader for Level 3 Games Development at Leeds City College”.

 

Scenery – A student is shown working on their level, typing on the keyboard.

 

Jamie Mooney – “So the course that we run, Level 3 Games Development is taught over 2 years and the emphasis of the course really is about skills development, being able to work independently, we focus on progression.”

 

Scenery – Students are shown working on their own in a room.

Jamie Mooney – “Getting the students from our course onto for example University or maybe employment and there’s also a large emphasis on group work and being able to work with others”

Scenery – Two students are shown working together on a project.

Min – “I’m in Games Design because I’ve been doing computer science since High-School so Games Design felt like the right path for me to follow”

 

Scenery – A Monitor shows a student’s 3D modelled sniper. 

 

Min – “Currently in class we’re working towards making our own game that focuses on things like story and adventure aspects as we’re creating weapons and levels to create a stealth and spy game”

Scenery – A monitor shows a 3D modelled table, code, 3D weapons and mock-up levels.

 

Joseph – “If you’re someone that likes art, we have concept art courses here. Whilst if you like audio we have lessons about that.”

 

Scenery – A monitor shows a node system being activated.

 

Joseph – “It branches off into different careers, you can with this course. It’s not exam based so you don’t have to worry about revising. It’s coursework based so you finish something, put it in your portfolio and hand it in”

 

Scenery – A student’s Pumpkin themed sprite work is shown on a monitor.

 

Min –  “Throughout the course we get to be up and about and go to a fair few different places. We’ve already been to the royal armouries taken photos of things and used those for our 3D models”

 

Jack – “For anyone thinking about becoming a developer I wouldn’t let your fears takeover you. If you want to become a developer or programmer don’t let your fear take it away from you, go for it.”

 

Scenery – A student working hard on their level

Jamie Mooney – “That’s what young people really should do because especially with education it’s so much easier to focus on something that is driving you if you’re interested in it, it’s not a chore. It’s fun.

 

End Slide – Leeds City College (School of Creative Arts)

END

Become a programmer, artist, writer or animator with this programme. You will develop your knowledge of programming games engines such as Unreal and Unity. You will explore the production process, becoming comfortable with industry standard software. You will also focus your creative flair to design and develop levels, worlds, characters and concept artwork. At the end of the first year, you will choose a specialist discipline to focus on. In the second year of the course, you will collaborate with others to plan, produce and present a vertical slice of your own game.

Gallery

Who is this course for?

If you’re in year 11 or 12 and are looking to take the next steps towards your career these courses are for you. Our vast selection of vocational courses span a range of subjects and combine academic study with practical skills. Study in industry standard facilities and use our industry links to prepare for progression.

Benefits / Skills

  • Gain knowledge and experience of using games engines such as Unreal and Unity
  • Design and create concept art, levels, worlds, and characters
  • Turn your concept art into 2D graphics and 3D models using industry standard software such as Aesprite and Maya
  • Develop programming skills in C++ and C# and learn how to problem solve effectively
  • Record and produce sound effects for your video games

Entry Requirements

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English OR Maths. Applicants are required to attend an interview and successfully complete a short task before a place on the course is confirmed. Applicants are encouraged to bring a portfolio of work with them to the interview, but this is not a strict requirement.

Career Progression

Progression may include degree level study, an apprenticeship, or relevant employment. Upon successful completion of Extended Diploma in Computer Games you will achieve Level 3 Diploma/Extended Diploma Creative Media qualification.

Similar Courses

Journalism BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice

Amplify news with this exciting programme. You will explore all aspects of journalism including broadcast, website and magazine. The skills you lear...

More info

TV and Film BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Creative Media Practice

Lights, camera, action! This creative programme is designed to teach you the technical skills needed to succeed in the media production industry. Yo...

More info

Animation Diploma/Extended Diploma Level 3

Start an amazing journey of discovery with this programme. If you dream of telling stories about faraway galaxies or creating epic battles between her...

More info

Course Details

Duration

1 year Diploma
1 year Top-up Extended Diploma

Study Type

Full time

Start Date

04/09/2023

Course Code

76725-01

Course Fee (16-18)

No fee

Course Fee (Adult)

£2,882   You may be entitled to support with fees. Click here for more info.

Jobs in this sector

Live data from the DoE's LMI API

  • Graphic designers

    Average Salary
    £19,760
    2022
    101,973
    2025
    102,592
    Future Recruitment
    619
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    1%

  • Advertising accounts managers and creative directors

    Average Salary
    £36,920
    2022
    38,152
    2025
    39,179
    Future Recruitment
    1027
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

  • Programmers and software development professionals

    Average Salary
    £42,640
    2022
    300,212
    2025
    307,995
    Future Recruitment
    7783
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

  • Research and development managers

    Average Salary
    £46,800
    2022
    44,103
    2025
    45,246
    Future Recruitment
    1143
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

  • Health care practice managers

    Average Salary
    £29,120
    2022
    24,486
    2025
    25,017
    Future Recruitment
    531
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    2%

  • Marketing associate professionals

    Average Salary
    £23,920
    2022
    200,954
    2025
    207,306
    Future Recruitment
    6352
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

  • Arts officers, producers and directors

    Average Salary
    £31,720
    2022
    93,037
    2025
    93,601
    Future Recruitment
    564
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    1%

  • Web design and development professionals

    Average Salary
    £30,160
    2022
    75,851
    2025
    77,818
    Future Recruitment
    1967
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

  • Business and related research professionals

    Average Salary
    £31,720
    2022
    45,951
    2025
    47,188
    Future Recruitment
    1237
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

  • Sales accounts and business development managers

    Average Salary
    £43,680
    2022
    504,814
    2025
    520,770
    Future Recruitment
    15956
    Jobs in the next 3 years.
    3%

Course Facts

History

Take advantage of our exciting industry links with Games Republic, GaMaYo, IBM, Sleepy Brain Studios, EGX Rezzed, Yorkshire Games Festival.

Extra Curriculum

We provide full-time arts education to over 1,000 students every year, from level 1 through to BA Honours degrees. If you are successful in gaining a place on one of our specialist courses, we will work with you to develop your creative skills and prepare you for the next big step – either to university, drama school, art college or the world of work.

Labour Market

On average programmers and software developers in Leeds earn £39,228.80 per year (Emsi).

School of Creative Arts
Leeds City College

Course Search

Follow Us

Latest Instagram Posts

Latest Facebook Posts

Latest tweets

Sorry, we cannot display our latest tweets as you have opted out of cookies.

Leeds City College