The UK video games industry is booming, and it is an increasingly popular career choice for young people who want to get involved in the technical and creative development of games.
Students on the Games Development Level 2 study programme at Banbury and Bicester College will learn a mixture of work skills in the entertainment technology industry as well as specific craft-based learning, such as the creation of animations and websites.
Upon successful completion of the programme, students can progress to the Games Development Level 3 Extended Diploma at Banbury and Bicester College, which is the equivalent of three A Levels.
Future job opportunities from the Games Development career pathway include Games Programmer, Designer, Coder, Producer, Animator, Audio Engineer, Tester, IT Technical Support, and many more!
What you'll learn
Games development is still a fast growing industry and new people are required all the time. Students will be able to prepare for a rewarding, challenging career in the computer games industry. It gives you industry-relevant skills and you learn using software that replicates what you’d find in a working studio. You will learn all about the world of games development and what employers require from anyone starting new in this line of business.
How you'll learn and be assessed
Games development is still a fast growing industry and new people are required all the time. Students will be able to prepare for a rewarding, challenging career in the computer games industry. It gives you industry-relevant skills and you learn using software that replicates what you’d find in a working studio. You will learn all about the world of games development and what employers require from anyone starting new in this line of business.
Entry requirements
You need to have 4 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above including English and maths, with a keen interest and evidence in the subject (example of work).
