Computing

Discover more about the UK and global gaming industry with hands-on learning, where your technical and creative skills, coupled with a love for computer games, can be the ideal place to start.

• A genuine interest in computer games
• Four National 5s (including Computing Science or Maths) OR an NQ at Level 5 in a relevant area such as NC Computing
• An interview with us

If you don’t have formal qualifications but have life experience, then we'll also consider you for a place, so please do apply.

• Explore various 'media assets' crucial for game development
• Learn game planning, design, and the hardware and technology behind gaming
• Look into audio: mastering the capture, editing, and manipulation of audio files
• Develop programming skills: vital for the gaming industry
• Work on a software development project: creating your own computer game or level

When you finish the course, you may have the opportunity to:

• move onto HNC Computing Games Development
• pursue other HNC courses like HNC Computing (Technical Support and Networking) or HNC Computing (Computer Science)
• begin your career with an entry-level job or a Modern Apprenticeship

This course equips you with transferable Essential Skills, enhancing your communication, numeracy, ICT, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.

• Have a deep understanding of the computer games industry
• Develop practical skills in game design, audio manipulation, and programming
• Show creativity through animation, character creation, and user interface design