What are lessons like in this subject?
BTEC 540 Diploma in Art and Design Practice (Single Games Design)
Through a series of practical workshops and creative projects, you will develop the skills required to work towards a career in the games industry. Some of the things you will cover in lessons are 3D modelling software, how to use a game engine, 2D animation techniques and sound production for games. As well as this, you will work on researching, developing and pitching ideas for your own projects. Lessons are a combination of practical, teacher-led workshops, theoretical delivery and creative project work. Sometimes you might be working in small groups but much of the work is done independently. We also have links with local games designers who will give you feedback on your ideas. We also visit games expos to see the latest innovations and universities to explore what degree courses are available in games design.
What will I study?
BTEC 540 Diploma in Art and Design Practice (Single Games Design)
- A1: Skills Development – You will explore and develop different media skills relating to games design, e.g. digital graphics, 3D and 2D animation, sound.
- A2: Creative Project – In response to a brief, you will plan, develop and produce a media product, applying the skills you learned in A1.
"The first unit of Games Design is structured to steadily build your technical skills and creative independence; this foundation establishes a sense of confidence and discipline that benefits my performance across all my other courses. For me, the course is not where you just learn to build games; you’ll develop a sophisticated technical and creative portfolio that is highly sought after in the global tech/entertainment sectors."
Connor Henry - Beckfoot Thornton School
Games Design
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