Overview

Learn game design fundamentals

Take the first step in the game industry

This fun, in-depth course gives you a great taste of what it's like to design a video game at an AAA game company. Mentored by a professional game designer, you'll discover what makes a game 'fun' and build practical job skills

Study Game Design With Broad Skills

  • Learn to design games even without prior knowledge
  • Gain confidence using industry software Photoshop and Unreal Engine
  • Be mentored by a world-class game designer

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    Digital Illustration

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    FX Art For Film

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    3D Animation

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    Game Character Art

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    Game Programming

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    3D Modelling

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Beginner

  • Course Description

    Before you can begin building a game you need a basic understanding of game design theory. We'll look at HOW things should be designed, WHY they work, and WHAT you need to do to make a compelling game. See how a platform can change the game design in fundamental ways, and how the differences must be adapted across genres.

  • What You'll Learn
    • Understand what a game and game systems are and how to design them

    • Design compelling game systems, quests & objectives

    • Design core gameplay mechanics

    • Add visuals to enhance levels

    • Start learning the Unreal game engine and building simple prototypes

    Portfolio projects: Game pitch document, game design document, UE gameplay prototype.


    *This short course is a prerequisite to the Game Design Diploma and will give you the foundational skills you need to continue on your educational pathway.

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Certification

Industry Recognised

Requirement

Basic computer skill and a passion for games

Skill Level

Beginner

Start Date

20 Sep

Delivery

Online

Instructor Led

Software

Required

Unreal Engine, Photoshop

Duration

5 Weeks

Hours Weekly

20 Hours

Weekly

Affordable Plans To Learn Industry Skills:

Monthly

£ 2,000

3x Payment

Upfront

£ 5,000

Full Payment

Broad Skills Digital Arts Training Models are Structured To Help Delegates Gain Skills In Specific Job Roles

Industry Mentors

learn from Experts who have worked on world popular projects

Flexible Scheduling

Course Schedules are designed to help you work around other commitments

Payment Plans

Pursue your passion with flexible payment plans suited for you

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