Edexcel Level 3 BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Creative Media Production (Games Development)

Course Level

Level 3 - Further Education equivalent to AS/A2 Level, BTEC National Diploma or NVQ3

Reference Number

QBS3TM12/BAFAP

Introduction

• Are you interested in computer games and how they are created? Do you want to follow a career in the computer games industry? Do you like you thinking about creative ways of solving problems? If the answer to these questions is yes then this could be the course for you. You will study a specialist creative media course in games development (the equivalent of 1 "A" level) alongside a software development course (the equivalent of 2 "A" levels).

What will be covered in the course?

• For the Games Development course you will carry out assignments based around a fictitious games development company. You will be assessed continually over the two years and the results will be moderated by the examining board. There are 7 units for this Subsidiary Diploma which are: Pre-production Techniques for the Creative Media Industries Communication skills for creative Media Production Research Techniques for the Creative Computer Game Platforms and Technologies Flash for Computer Games Computer Game Engines Computer Game Design Additionally students who have not yet achieved grade C in GCSE English are required to attempt grade improvement following suitable tuition during the first year Study trips are included.

Course dates and times

Offered at various times, please contact us for further information.

Entry Requirements

To join this course, you must have the following: Either: At least four GCSEs at grade C or above including English and Maths' Plus a successful college interview and a good report from your current tutor, or by recommendation from tutors following a BTEC First Diploma for IT Practitioners course, plus a Distinction or Merit grade.

What qualification(s) can be gained?

BTEC National Subsidiary Diploma in Creative Media Production (Games Development)

How is the course assessed?

You will be assessed continually by unit assignments. These are externally moderated by the examining body

Additional costs

• You will be need to provide all basic stationary including pens, pencils, paper, plastic wallets, folders plus any additional stationary which is required for your course. No academic fees for age 16 to 18. A contribution of £25 is required toward the cost of study visits in the year.

Attendance and additional study hours

• Study Hours - 18-20 hours per week Class times - 9am-5pm Days - Mon - Fri

Further information

Solihull College offers full time and part time courses for businesses and residents in Birmingham, Walsall, Wolverhampton, Coventry Warwickshire and the whole of the West Midlands.

Next steps

With this qualification you can progress to a Degree or HND course in Computing or related fields. It may also help those wishing to directly enter employment upon completion.

How to enrol

Please contact our trained staff on 0121 678 7000 who will be able to advise you on whether you are entitled to any concessions or reductions on the cost of this course and the most appropriate way for you to enrol.

Contact Information

Blossomfield Campus

Blossomfield Student Services
Solihull College
Blossomfield Road
Solihull
B91 1SB

Tel: 0121 678 7000
Minicom: 0121 678 7005
Fax: 0121 678 7200
Email: enquiries@solihull.ac.uk
Internet: www.solihull.ac.uk

Disclaimer

The information published is subject to change without notice, please contact the Student Advice Centre for verification of any details.