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Games Design

  • 2 Years | Full Time
  • Suffolk New College (Ipswich)
  • Level 3 | Vocational

Course overview

Make some juicy games while stepping into the world of Game Design!

Are you someone who is passionate about making new experiences? Whether your dream is to build the newest indie game gem or the next generational horror game, this course is for you!

Over the two-year course, you will focus on every part of the game design process. With units focused on Design, Programming, Production, Art, Audio and more, you will use industry-standard software to take your ideas from concept to completion.

You will develop your own style of game design, making a variety of projects from 3D horror games to 2D puzzlers. This course will offer much more than the traditional classroom you are used to; you will engage with industry competitions or opportunities to showcase alongside our industry partners.

Taught by industry experts, you will complete coursework to earn your UAL Level 3 qualification in Creative Media Production and Technology (Games Design).

A £100 enrichment fee applies to cover trips, events, and other professional development opportunities.

Check out our catalogue of games that have been showcased at industry events here!
https://suffolk-new-games.itch.io/

Course highlights

  • Access to the collaborative space with industry-standard computers based on real-life game studios.
  • An exclusive industry-made game jam with prizes and awards from the Industry panel!
  • Trips! Previous trips have been Retro Replay, EGX, Science and Natural History Museum and the excellent Game Anglia Festival!
  • Using software like Unity, Unreal engine and Godot

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