Who is this course for?
This course is designed for aspiring game designers, 3D artists, and developers who want to bridge the gap between creative concepts and technical execution. It is ideal for school leavers, career changers, or professionals seeking a portfolio-focused pathway into the global gaming and interactive media industriesWhat skills will I learn?
1. Self-Management- Focusing: Managing complex workflows in Unity or Unreal Engine without losing sight of project milestones.
- Adapting: Quickly learning new updates to software like 3ds Max or transitioning between different game development pipelines.
- Initiative: Taking ownership of your creative vision and independently troubleshooting technical bugs during the build process.
2. Social Intelligence
- Collaborating: Working effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, such as coordinating with artists and programmers to integrate assets into a scene.
- Communicating: Pitching design concepts clearly to peers or clients and providing constructive feedback on interactive prototypes.
3. Innovation
- Creativity: Designing unique gameplay mechanics and imaginative 3D worlds that stand out in a competitive market.
- Critical Thinking: Analysing player data and feedback to refine level designs and improve overall user experience.
- Sense-making: Understanding how various technical components (coding, art, and sound) fit together to create a cohesive, immersive experience
What will I study?
Game Engine Development: Build and script interactive prototypes and full levels using Unity (C#) and Unreal Engine (Blueprints).3D Modeling & Asset Creation: Design high-quality characters, environments, and props using 3ds Max or Maya, alongside texturing and rigging for animation.
Design & Narrative: Master game design theory, storytelling, and world-building to create immersive player experiences.
UI/UX for Games: Develop intuitive user interfaces and optimize user experiences specifically for interactive media.
Visual Production: Gain proficiency in 2D animation and digital graphics fundamentals essential for modern game pipelines.
Professional Workflow: Learn industry-standard project management and collaborative team-working techniques used in AAA and indie studios.
Application Information
What further study options are available?
A variety of degree courses in computer arts, digital media and games design are available at Abertay University, University of the West Scotland and Glasgow Caledonian UniversityA variety of degree courses in interactive media design and development are available at a range of universities in Scotland
What career opportunities are there?
- Level designer
- User experience designer
- Games producer
- Games designer
- Games tester
- Interactive content development
- Mobile applications development