What will I learn?

Are you looking to develop core fundamental skills in games design and development? The FdSc Games Design and Development programme will equip you with a comprehensive understanding of games related techniques and skills, allowing you to progress into a diverse range of careers, including working in the videogames industry, emerging and immersive technologies sector, animation and more. You will develop strong skills in a variety of disciplines, including games design, games art and games development, with many of your projects culminating in small games prototypes. On completion, you will be well suited to progress into industry, or further your undergraduate studies with our BSc (Hons) level 6 top-up programme. As part of our work ready guarantee you will have the opportunity to engage with industry practitioners through trips to conferences, expos and guest talks, alongside working on briefs provided by local studios. The course is designed for those who have successfully completed completed a level 3 qualification in Games Design, Games Development, Computer Science or other related subjects, and would like to develop a comprehensive understanding of games design and development. Upon completion, students can progress into games or computing employment or continue their studies with a BSc (Hons) top-up programme. This is a two-year course which will prepare you for the challenges and developments within the games industry.