Games Design (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
FdSc Games Design explores the creative and technical facets of game production, providing essential skills for developing, producing, and publishing game titles.
Accredited by our partner. the University of Staffordshire, this programme prepares you to excel as a game designer, with excellent networking opportunities in the industry through close collaboration with partners.
You will develop diverse game environments, create 3D assets and props, learn to programme mechanics in blueprint and acquire skills in a variety of games design and art disciplines, such as game and level design, 3D asset creation and system design.
Our facilities include an industry-standard Motion Capture Studio and specialised Games Design studios with high-spec PCs. You'll refine your skills using industry-standard software, such as Unreal Engine, 3DS Max, Zbrush and the Adobe suit. developing a portfolio through lectures, tutorials, 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 1-1's 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.
The FdSc Games Design is ligned with the respected BSc (Hons) Games Design at the University of Staffordshire, providing a seamless and natural progression route to a full honour’s degree should you choose to continue your studies.
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 Game Design
- Introduction to Asset Creation
- Mechanics Prototyping
- Introducing 3D Game Props: Pipeline and Production
- Introduction to Games Animation
- Professional Practice
Level 5
- Gameplay and Quest Design
- System Design for Games
- 2D Game Creation
- Cinematics for Games Designers
- Art of Lighting
- Industry Perspectives
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How will I be assessed?
Students will complete:
- Creation of levels, vertical slices and 3D art artifacts to meet assignment briefs
- Group projects working to industry set briefs
- Reflective writing and reports
- Development logs
- Creation of design documentation
Each module includes formative checkpoints to support ongoing development, feedback, and academic growth.
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What can I do next?
Graduates gain practical and transferable skills relevant to a wide range of roles within the game design industries. Progression opportunities include:
Career pathways:
- Game Designer
- Games Level Designer
- Games System Designer
- Game Technical Designer
- Game Artist
- QA Tester in Games
- Teacher/Lecturer in Games
- Military applications such as simulation specialists and mission designers
- Indie Game Developer
Further study:
- Progression to BSc (Hons) Game Design at University of Staffordshire
- Entry into related creative, media or digital degree pathways
The programme also equips learners with broader employability skills suited to careers across media production, IT, digital art and media, CAD Designers and jobs that utilise 3D software.
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