Game Development

The Level 5 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Game Development is an intensive and comprehensive programme designed to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience necessary to pursue a successful career in the dynamic and rapidly evolving field of game development.

The over-riding consideration in admitting applicants to the course, is evidence that the learner or apprentice is likely to be able to complete the course satisfactorily.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age on or before 1st July in the year of proposed entry to the course.
• Applicants should normally have obtained a minimum of 48 UCAS points achieved through the completion of A-Levels, National Awards, Access or other alternative approved level 3 qualifications.
• Applicants must have attained at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications. This must include a Grade C in GCSE Maths or Essential Skills equivalent and a Grade C in GCSE English or Essential Skills equivalent. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English Language. The entrance criteria above may change subject to awarding body regulations. The College reserves the right to enhance the entrance requirements where demand exceeds the number of available places. In addition, where places remain available the College reserves the right to offer places to candidates with a profile less than that listed above. Applicants who do not meet the criteria outlined above but have evidence of substantial knowledge or relevant industrial experience and skills, which has not been formally assessed, should refer to the College’s Accreditation of Prior Experience and Learning (APEL) Procedure. For further detail on our entry requirements please review our Admissions Policy & Criteria.