Game Design + Development Diploma

SAE Institute

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In London

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Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    12 Months

To train students in industry-standard software to a high level. To prepare students for work as game, character or level designers. To provide a solid grounding on what it takes to become games producers or special effects designers, or for those who wish to develop 3D Game-Engines. Prepare students for possible further study

Important information

Documents

  • SAE UK Brochure

Facilities

Location

Start date

London
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297 Kingsland Road, E8 4DD

Start date

On request

About this course

Minimum age 17; and
completion of a minimum of two grade C GCSEs or equivalent (contact Qantm to check on International Equivalents to GCSEs); or
mature age students over 21 years (please provide full CV)
on receipt of suitable evidence, SAE shall seek to admit all prospective students (via special entry) who are considered to have a reasonable chance of success in the programme;
Proficiency in English Language (TOEFL, IELTS etc.)

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Course programme

Key Details
  • Foundation training on key areas of game development whilst also allowing specialization areas
  • In-depth exposure to game design + development procedures and outcomes.
  • Additional 'future technology' workshops to train students on upcoming technologies & platforms
  • Generate an extensive library of useable code snippets for future personal and industry projects
  • Close integration and collaboration opportunities with 3D Animation students
  • Training across numerous industry standard development platforms

Main topics covered
  • Systems and platforms
  • Development of game environments
  • Programming (Flash, shader, script languages, object orientated, graphics and high level programming)
  • Artificial intelligence
  • Neural networks
  • PlayStation, Nintendo and Gamepark development, 'Homebrew' development

Additional information

Career opportunities: Students are prepared through focused training for entry into areas of the games industry, further education, more advanced programming and more. With a blend of creative talent, a good portfolio and the skills introduced on the Games Programming diploma, students should be able to aim for the following roles: Level designer Environment designer Game programmer - Graphics, Special effects, Shaders, Engine/tools Game designer Game developer 3D asset creator Research and Development Multimedia Developer Interactive Designer

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