Entry Requirements

You will need one of the following:

• A Level 3 qualification in Games, Media, Art and Design, Computing or a related subject
• A Level qualifications with a portfolio demonstrating creative or technical ability
• Mature learners with relevant experience will also be considered
  In addition, it is essential that you hold:
• GCSE English at grade 4 (C) or above, or an equivalent Level 2 qualification such as Functional Skills

Applicants who do not meet the full entry requirements may still be considered. This will be based on:

• A successful interview with the course leader.
• Demonstration of potential and commitment to the subject.

All applicants are expected to present a portfolio of creative work as part of the interview process.

How You Will Be Assessed

The Level 4 Professional Diploma is assessed through practical project work, rather than exams. You will complete:

• Research and development tasks
• Practical game prototypes
• Technical and creative outcomes
• A final major project
• Professional documentation
• A reflective portfolio

Assessment is continuous and based on how you apply skills, develop ideas, test and refine your work, and produce a professional final project.

Course Progression

This course is designed to prepare you for:

• University study in Game Design, Game Art, Programming, VFX, Animation, or related degrees
• Higher apprenticeships in digital or creative disciplines
• Specialist higher-level creative study

Your portfolio, experience, and project outcomes will give you a strong foundation for further study at Level 5 or beyond.

Where Your Course Can Take You

After completing this course, you could progress into:

• Junior roles in game development
• Indie development and freelance work
• Technical art, programming, or design assistant roles
• Creative apprenticeships
• University courses in Games, Media, Animation, Computing and more

The skills you develop communication, problem solving, collaboration, technical production and project management are highly valued across the creative and digital industries.

Fees

If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course, tuition fees are free. If you are aged 19 and over fees may be payable. Mature learners may be eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.