Foundation Degree in Interactive Media & Games Development

Course

In Bromsgrove

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Bromsgrove

Students are assessed through a variety of methods including written assessments, presentations, projects and practical activities. What can I do next You have the option to complete a computer games design degree with the University of

Wolverhampton as a third year top-up. Alternatively you could develop a career within the games industry. Course Modules Year 1



- Asset Creation and Interaction in Games



Use industry specialist 3D software to create a traditional open world game environment.



- Interface Design



Develop an interactive animation based around a fairy tale or fable for a young target audience utilising an integrated development environment.



- Video Editing and Post Production Techniques



Design an original filmed sequence that utilises post-production techniques and an advanced use of editing in a consistent narrative.



-Introduction to Web Development



A focus on devising and programming a personal portfolio for work based opportunities. This portfolio is intended to be used beyond this unit for students to promote themselves to future employers.



-Working to a Client Brief



Working with local professional organisations to create industry standard products.



-Character Creation, Rigging and Animation



Learn the art of creating consistent and fluid movement animations for an in-game character model in a game engine.



Year 2



-Game Production and Authoring



Develop original game levels of a chosen genre that provides a great deal of interactivity for the player and conveys an engaging in-game narrative and aesthetically pleasing environments.



-Audio Asset Creation for Games



Record sounds in relation to the Games Production and Authoring module by utilising Foley sound recording alongside other audio implementation techniques and editing them effectively for use inside a games engine.



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Bromsgrove (Worcestershire)
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Slideslow Drive, B60 1GJ

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Subjects

  • Production
  • Industry
  • Authoring
  • Animation
  • Post Production
  • Video Editing
  • Web Development
  • Web
  • Interface design
  • IT
  • Design
  • Media
  • IT Development

Course programme

Course overview Have you got a passion for games? Would you like to take your development skills to the next level? The Interactive Media and Games Development industries are both rapidly expanding and increasing in use and popularity. From the increased use of apps to the continued popularity of gaming and use of website, courses in Interactive Media and Games Development have never been so relevant and in demand. This course will provide you with a broad understanding and knowledge of game and interactive media design along with a range of technical and methodological skills necessary to analyse, design and implement the development of these media. Example modules include; Games Production & Authoring, Asset Creation & Interactivity, Character Creation, Interface Design, App Development, Video Editing, Web Development and Audio Asset Creation. Students often work on live client briefs, either through their own liaison with companies or through ones arranged by the College. Entry requirements 48 UCAS points and A-C GCSEs including maths and English. Applicants who are 21 and over and are currently employed in the industry will also be considered.

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Study Types Full Time Part Time

Foundation Degree in Interactive Media & Games Development

Price on request