Diploma in Game Development

A flexible, vocational, industry-focused and cost-effective route into the games industry

Award: Futureworks Diploma in Game Development
Duration: 1 to 3 years
Start Date: September 2010
Fees: £2500 per year or monthly installments of £229

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Introduction

Have you been playing computer games for as long as you can remember?

Do you dream of working on the next "World of Warcraft" or "Call of Duty" title?

Do you want to do more than just play games?

Developing a completely new course has allowed us to truly break the academic mould, with projects based on realistic industry expectations. In a ground-breaking move, our diploma allows artists, designers and programmers to work together on the same course - studying specialist modules from the flexible course structure. With this new approach, you’ll be part of a small development team making real games using the right tools - whether you want to be an artist, designer or programmer.

Key Features

• Delivered by real game developers who know first-hand the skills you need to learn
• Team-based study - you'll make real games the way real studios make them
• Built on the official curriculum set out by the IGDA
• Work experience - we'll help find you a place in a game studio
• 25% cheaper than a degree AND the equivalent of 5 years' degree study in 3 years

Course Overview

Using industry-standard software and techniques throughout the course, you’ll be learning the right skills using the right tools and most importantly, in the right environment. The Futureworks Game Department is operated entirely by skilled game artists, designers and programmers with real industry experience. Unlike many colleges and universities, Futureworks feels like a real games studio.

Upon completion of the Diploma in Game Development - and your work placement - you will leave us ready for entry directly into industry.

This course covers everything you need to succeed as a game developer. Whatever level you’re currently at - the Diploma in Game Development will be a massive plus for your future career.

"I am very pleased and thankful with how Futureworks have worked closely with Smashmouth Games over the last year. The new diploma allows our collaboration to take the synergy between game development and academia to new heights, where we produce high-calibre candidates ready for a dynamic industry."
[ Zuby Ahmed, Smashmouth Games Ltd- Managing Director, IGDA UK North West - Chapter Coordinator]

Where will this course lead me?

The course prepares you for a variety of roles including Games Designer, Game Artist, Level Editor, Scene Editor, Concept Artist, Programmer, Tools Programmer, Game Engine Programmer or Animator.

Who is the course for?

This course is for anyone who wants to work in the games industry, and has the passion, drive and ambition to make it to the top, regardless of age or experience.

Are there any pre-requisites?

• Year 1: A real passion for computer games and a working knowledge of Windows
• Year 2: Previous experience or demonstrable knowledge in your chosen specialist path
• Year 3: Previous experience or demonstrable knowledge in your chosen specialist path

When Will I Study?

Attendance is 2 evenings per week for lectures and lab sessions (3 hours each). Practical time can be booked to suit your availability, and in year 1 should typically amount to a minimum of 10 hours per week.

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