Games Design Certificate Level 2 – University of Arts London Awarding Body

Video and mobile gaming is the fastest growing creative industry worldwide. On our one year full-time Level 2 Games Design Course, which is one of the only Level 2 games courses in the region, you will learn about the key elements of games development and gain insight into the industry you want to be part of. You will learn how to produce game concepts, associated digital artwork and develop a 2D game capable of running on PC and mobile devices. You will be able to create characters for games, promote your own work and understand the underlying need for narrative and storytelling. You will also develop digital design skills using a host of creative software packages. You'll train in our dedicated facilities. All tutors are active within the industry and have a wealth of knowledge and experience to call upon enabling you the best opportunity to progress in your chosen career. As part of the National Skills Academy for Creative and Culture we pride ourselves as being at the forefront of education and training for the ever changing games industry. Linking with local games companies such as Void Games and hosting a range of guest speakers allows all learners to gain current and relevant training which gives them not just a qualification, but the experience in the career they wish to pursue. Arts Council England has endorsed the quality of our teaching and learning and links with employers by awarding us ‘Arts Mark Gold’. The course is accredited by the University of the Arts London Awarding Body (UAL). City of Wolverhampton College is the only college in the Black Country, and one of only a few in the Midlands, to be accredited and offer qualifications from University of Arts London. UAL is a specialist awarding body offering up-to-date qualifications in the creative industries. It is owned by, and based within, University of the Arts London.