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Start date:
July 2025
Level:
Introduction
Places:
Places are awarded on a "first paid first serve" basis due to demand.
Cost / delivery:
£1375 / hybrid
3 months (July - October)
Unlock your game development potential.
Whether you’re looking to break into game development or enhance your programming skills, this course provides you with the practical knowledge and experience you need to succeed.
Through a combination of in-person workshops and online learning, you will dive into game design, programming, and user testing. You’ll work on real-world projects, develop a game from start to finish, and receive expert feedback to refine your creation.
By the end of the course, you will have a portfolio-ready game to demonstrate your expertise in the fast-growing gaming industry.
Intended audience
This hybrid course is designed for individuals with existing computer skills who want to take their abilities to the next level by creating a complete, playable game.
Why this course?
- Hands-on learning: develop your own game from concept to completion, applying your existing computer skills to a real-world project
- Hybrid format: a flexible learning experience with both in-person and online sessions to accommodate your schedule and learning preferences
- Industry-relevant skills: learn game development tools and techniques used by professionals in the gaming industry, including game design, coding, and testing
- Mentorship and support: receive guidance from experienced instructors and industry professionals who will help you bring your game idea to life
- Portfolio development: complete a fully functioning game that you can add to your portfolio to showcase your skills to potential employers
Course overview
This course is designed for participants with existing computer skills who are interested in learning how to design, develop, and launch a video game.
You will gain hands-on experience with game development tools and software, learn game design principles, and work through the stages of creating a functional, playable game, from concept to final product.
- Understand the key principles of game design, including mechanics, storytelling, and user experience
- Gain proficiency in using game development software, such as Unity or Unreal Engine, to build games
- Learn how to create game assets, including graphics, sound, and animations
- Develop coding and scripting skills essential for game mechanics and functionality
- Apply project management techniques to plan, develop, and troubleshoot a complete game
- Build and launch a fully functional game that demonstrates core game development concepts
