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Game Development HND (Full time)

Tresham College Games Design FE

Overview

Game Development HND (Full time)

Studying game development engines such as Unity, Unreal, 3d modelling with Autodesk and ZBrush and storytelling, this course merges creativity, technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and entrepreneurial possibilities, providing students with a platform to pursue their passion while preparing them for a range of fulfilling careers.

Studying game development offers unique selling points and benefits to students. It enables creative expression, allowing students to showcase their artistic vision and storytelling abilities through the development of interactive experiences. With its multidisciplinary nature, game development cultivates versatile skills applicable to various industries.

Collaborative teamwork, problem-solving, critical thinking, and understanding player psychology are essential aspects of the course. Moreover, staying up to date with rapid technological advancements and entrepreneurial opportunities in the gaming industry further enhance students’ career prospects.

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Important information

No. of contact hours

12 hours per week.

Expected self-study

12 hours per week.

Regulatory body

Pearson

Student Loans Company code

185892

UCAS code

GDCB.

Course information

Entry requirements

Essential

  • Relevant Level 3 qualification
  • HNC in Game Development
  • GCSE English and Maths
Course content

You will study:

Module B – Professional Creative Practice

B1 – Personal Professional Development

B2 – Professional Project

Assessment methods

There will be 3 coursework projects during this course with a mixture of formative assessment points and student led final project with summative feedback.

The qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Game Development.

Further study and career options

Students could progress onto a Level 6 top up and then further into full time work.

Additional information

Additional costs for trips and small materials such as sketchbooks. No other mandated costs for successful completion.

Trips

Visits to game studios inc. Rare, Wide, Rebellion, WASD, Netflix games, Rockstar, V&A, Design Museum, MCM Comic con.

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If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat or email us at info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

Available Courses
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Starts: 15/09/2025
Type: HE
Length: 1 year
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Fees: £6,000.00
Disclaimer

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Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.