Computer Games Development
Computer games are being used increasingly for leisure, education and work-based learning.
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Employers increasingly expect candidates to have critical thinking and problem solving abilities, to be good communicators and able to work within a group/team, as these are essential skills for working in a modern business environment.
This course covers three units, Design, Media Assets and Development and enables students to
- Investigate the gaming industry/genres/hardware/trends and emerging technologies
- Gain an understanding of underlying concepts and the principles involved in digital gaming planning and design
- Gain the knowledge and skills required in the creation of media assets and games development
- Work with others to test a game and give constructive feedback
- Plan promotional activities to raise awareness/market a game
Courses
S5 Optional | S6 Optional | |
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National 4 | Y | Y |
National 5 | Y | Y |