Modules

Level 4 subject-Specific modules:   2D Game Design and Development   An introduction to the fundamentals of game interface design, using both visual and/or non-visual programming technologies. You will develop the knowledge and skills to program 2D games and gain an understanding of their role in the wider games creation process. Games Fundamentals   An introduction to the core practices, principles and vocabularies of games design and development. You will develop the ability to describe and interrogate the games design and development process, expanding your knowledge of research methods and learning how storytelling is developed within games. Game Development Life Cycle   Get to know the games development project life cycle; from specification, design and development, through to production, release and testing. Understand the dynamics of development teams and look at the fundamental legal, social, ethical and professional issues associated with games development.   Problem Solving in Games Programming   Develop logical thinking skills to become an effective problem solver and games programmer. Learn how to build efficient algorithmic solutions and understand the essential mathematical techniques linked directly to solution formation.   Level 5 subject-Specific modules:   Innovation and Technology  Game technology underpins a variety of systems across a number of industries. Here, you’ll explore the relationship between innovation and technology and experiment with immersive platforms such as Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR). You will consider the role of sound and music within games design and develop your own prototype game as part of a group.  Game Level Development   Learn how to design and implement levels within a game. Develop your technical design knowledge and theory to master level. Development and structure as well as introduce various interactive elements, such as gaming modes, lighting, single and multiplayer, and working with assets. Games Programming   Expand your knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) through the scope of game development. Get to grips with objects and data structures whilst continuing to expand on more complex techniques and strategies. Mobile Game Production and Distribution  Learn how to develop and implement games for mobile devices. You’ll develop an awareness of the key technologies and practises involved in the distribution, publication and maintenance of modern games including the submission procedures and standards associated with digital publication of mobile applications. Level 6 subject-Specific modules:   Professional Portfolio and Research   Learn the principles that enable you to develop a logical research methodology and understand the techniques used to gather informative data. You will also reflect on your professional development, creating a portfolio to prepare you for a career in the gaming industry. Artificial Intelligence for Games   Looking at the elements of AI, such as robotics, economic behaviour and psychology, you will develop the fundamental techniques needed to design and implement a game. This includes basic mathematics, particularly two-dimensional and three-dimensional geometry, creating movement to give the illusion of intelligence, game physics, decision strategy, pattern recognition and biologically inspired behaviour. Human Elements of Game Design   Consider how users interact with games in different ways and how games can be designed to maximise inclusion for all. Understand how to develop highly effective and usable interfaces and interaction schemes and create a game optimised for human interaction. Project   You’ll undertake a large-scale Games Development project based on an actual brief. You’ll draw on your knowledge and skills to deliver a comprehensive, quality gaming solution.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

• Course does not award QTS