Games Design

Ulster University - Belfast Campus

Course code
WW70
QQI level
Level 8
NFQ type
Duration
3 years
Attendance
CAO points
NFQ Level 8

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Course summary

During the course you will study key game design principles and theories that underpin the development of successful games. You will learn practical skills in game prototyping, UI design, level design, game testing and game narrative techniques. Students will have the opportunity to create games for traditional and emerging platforms including contemporary technologies such as Virtual, augmented, and mixed reality devices allowing you to explore new possibilities in games. As games are developed in a highly collaborative environment you will learn essential teamwork and communication skills through the development of interdisciplinary group projects.