The focus on digital skills has never been more important and is a current priority of the UK Government as they recognise there is a widening gap in the number of people who possess the right skills and knowledge required for the modern digital workforce.  Future Tech Level 3 course is the first step in understanding the skills, knowledge and behaviours that are required to be able to work effectively with digital demands as most job roles will require a competent understanding of the subject. 

Come and study the Future Tech Level 3 course with the successful Digital and Computing Team who have a range of courses that will prepare you for the journey into the exciting and diverse world of Digital and IT careers.  You’ll gain relevant skills and an IT industry-recognised qualification, giving you the chance to get a job in the sector, go on to Higher Education or complete an Apprenticeship.  We are always looking to develop new courses to respond to the changing Digital requirements within industry.

Welcome to the world of game development! In this level 3 course, you will learn the skills and techniques needed to bring your ideas to life and create engaging and exciting games. From concept to creation, you will work to design, create and test your own unique games, using the latest tools and techniques in the industry. Get ready to unleash your creativity and bring your visions to the virutal world.

Our experienced and specialist lecturers try to make sure that learning is fun!  We also work closely with major local employers who organise guest speakers, workshops, live briefs where students work directly with an employer on a topic of their choice that will link to your studies. External visits will also take place. Work placements are an important part of your studies, so you will be expected to take part in one during each year of your study for a minimum of 30 hours per year.

What the course leads to

What courses can I do after this? 

On successful completion, you could continue onto a second year of study at Level 3.
You can also progress to Higher Education, an apprenticeship in the ICT industry or directly to employment in Industry.

These qualifications are for learners who want to develop and extend their digital and IT skills to prepare for different roles in the digital and creative industries within Games Technologies.

The qualifications are also designed for job roles in other industries where specific digital and IT skills are required, such as finance, marketing, machining and manufacturing.

What jobs can I get? 

The qualification opens up employment opportunities in a whole host of jobs in the industry, from:

  • QA Games Tester,
  • Games Developer,
  • IT Technician,
  • IT Security,
  • Web Development,
  • Software Development

What do I need to apply

To do this course you should have... 

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs including English and maths grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C). Alternatively, successful completion of a relevant Level 2 qualification.

What about work experience? 

As part of your study programme, you will complete a minimum 30 hours of work experience with a local IT employer.

Course costs

Course Code Start Date Costs 16-18 Costs 19-23 (with concessions) Costs 19+ (no concessions)
BP00717 04/09/2024 £120.00 N/A N/A

* Please note fees are subject to change.

Course content

Course Content 

Diploma in Games Technologies 

Course content and units:

Students must complete the mandatory unit and six units from the specialist unit group.

  • Project Management (Mandatory) - You will learn to effectively plan, organise and execute game development projects
  • 3D Games Models - You will learn skills and techniques required to create game-ready 3D models
  • Concept Art and Digital Graphics for Games - You will learn how to use digital tools such as Adobe Photoshop to create concept art and other visual assets
  • Games Engines - You will develop an understanding of games engines and how they are used as a tool to produce games
  • Mobile Games Development - You will understand mobile games and the technologies, platforms and interfaces used to develop them
  • The Games Industry - You will develop an understanding of the games industry and how it operates
  • Virtual and Augmented Reality - You will learn about virtual and augmented reality and how they are used in industry

 

More info

Start Day/Time 

Hours of attendance and start date will be confirmed at interview or enrolment.

September 2023

Duration 

1 Year

Attendance 

Full-time

Level 

Level 3

Qualification Name 

Level 3 Diploma

Awarding Body 

Gateway

Curriculum Area 

Creative and Digital Industries - Digital & Computing

More about the course 

More about the course
You’ll be based in central Bournemouth.  This is a very practical, hands-on programme, integrating new and emerging technologies.

The skills and qualities needed to succeed on this course include:-

  • Eagerness and interest in learning about all elements of IT
  • Reliability and flexibility
  • A desire to acquire relevant IT skills required by employers

This course provides you with the opportunity to develop your digital and games development skills and techniques to an advanced level that you will need to operate in a variety of digital and creative careers to meet the changing technological landscape. This course will help you to develop your creative skills while underpinning your technical skills. You will gain experience and also apply hands-on practical skills preparing you for the workplace or progression to further education or training. 

Working in collaboration with CentreVR you will have the opportunity to test your game creation at the centre and celebrate your achievements. Centre VR are happy to work with the college to support and enrich students learning whilst studying course and provide work experience and potential career opportunities.

Academic Year 

2024/25

Duration 

1 Year

Attendance 

Full-time

Level 

Level 3

Qualification Name 

Level 3 Diploma

Awarding Body 

Gateway