Computer Games Design with Animation (FdSc) | Level 5 | P12781
How to study
Full Time, Part Time - Day
Duration
2 Years
Location
Burton Town Centre Campus
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Course overview
Our Games Design & Animation foundation degree explores the creative and technical facets of game production, providing essential skills for developing, producing, and publishing game titles. Accredited by our partners Staffordshire University, this programme prepares you to excel as a 3D artist, animator, or games designer, with excellent networking opportunities in the industry through close collaboration with partners.
You will learn to generate 3D character models, apply body mechanics for animation, and craft props, vehicles, and weapons. You will develop diverse game environments, and acquire skills in a variety of games design prospects, and guarantee the seamless integration of your real-time animation models into various games engines.
Our facilities include an industry-standard Motion Capture Studio and specialised Games Design studios with high-spec PCs, as well as a wealth of Xencelabs drawing displays. You'll refine your skills using industry-standard software and hardware, developing a portfolio of industry-standard work through lectures, tutorials, seminars, and industry workshops.
You will benefit from a strategic partnership with local games developer Playtonic, guiding professional skill development and aligning your progression and skills with current industry needs.
We employ a varied teaching approach involving lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Additionally, you will benefit from 1-1s with your tutor to support your progress. Your learning will initially occur through a combined lecture/tutorial format in a practical studio setting, and as you advance, you'll be encouraged to independently explore research materials, documenting your findings digitally. Towards the end of your programme, self-directed learning takes precedence, supported by tutor guidance.
This qualification is awarded by University of Staffordshire. You will start at Level 4 in the first year, progressing to Level 5 in the second year. Please note, specified course fee is full-time and per year. A part-time option is available at £52.92 per credit For more detailed course information, go to our Staffordshire University partner page.
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Fees and Costs
Educational entitlements or fee concessions are solely based on the individual programme and nationally set eligibility criteria. To see if you qualify for fee concessions then please visit the 'what will I pay' section of our website. You may be surprised what you are entitled to!
- Course Fees Examination & Registrations
- 16-18 School Leaver info n/a Course fee n/aExam & Registration fee
- 19-23 Educational Entitlement info £6350.00Course fee n/aExam & Registration fee
- 19+ Part Funded info £6350.00 Course fee n/aExam & Registration fee
- 19+ Fully Funded info £6350.00Course fee n/a Exam & Registration fee
- 24+ Fully Funded info £6350.00Course fee n/a Exam & Registration fee
- Full Cost info £6350.00Course fee n/aExam & Registration fee
Payment methods
- Payment in Full (Credit Card / Debit Cards / Cash / Employer Sponsored) accepted
- Direct Debit Instalments accepted
- Advanced Learning Loan accepted
- Student Finance English Loan (HE) not accepted
For International Learners
Email us: financialsupport@bsdc.ac.uk
Call us: 01283 494757 or 01283 494472
Visit us: Chat to the Financial Support Team in the Learner Hub
Just drop-in, Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm and Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.Disclaimer
Further Education Programme Only: The College reserves the right to change or amend, at any time, any of the course details including but not limited to; content, dates, times, venues, tutor, fees payable, concessions available, terms or conditions.
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Entry requirements
Applicants will be expected to have a minimum of 64 UCAS points from relevant A Level/s, level 3 Extended Diploma, NVQ, or equivalent qualification.
(or)
Several years' occupational experience within a relevant discipline will also be considered upon application.
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What modules will I study?
Level 4
- Introduction to Asset Creation
- Introduction to Games Animation
- Introduction to Games Design
- Mechanics Prototyping
- Introducing 3D Game Props: Pipeline and Production
- Professional Practice
Level 5
- Hand Keyed Animation
- 3D Character Modelling for Games
- Cinematics for Games Designers
- Hard Surface 3D Weapon Production
- Art of Lighting
- Industry Perspectives
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How will I be assessed?
This course offers informal opportunities to assess your comprehension before formal evaluations contributing to your final grade. Typically, each module incorporates activities or 'formative' assessments in which you will gain feedback from your tutor. These assessments are developmental, and the grades do not contribute to your module mark. A formal or 'summative' assessment concludes each module, encompassing various coursework evaluations like essays, reports, portfolios, performances, presentations, final-year projects and written exams. Grades from these formal assessments contribute to your module mark and are validated and moderated by University of Staffordshire.
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What can I do next?
Successful completion of this foundation degree will give you the opportunity to progress onto the BA (Hons) Games Design & Animation. Further developing your understanding and specialism of a range of Games Design principles and projects, working toward a career in the Games Design industry.
Your degree is not just about securing that all-important academic qualification, it’s about gaining life and work skills to help you get ahead in the job market and gain employers’ respect. As a graduate of awarding body University of Staffordshire, you'll gain skills and attributes that will help you stand out from the crowd and become an employable, enterprising and entrepreneurial individual.
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