COURSE CODE: 4802
Level 1 Award in Games Design and Development
COURSE DESIGNED FOR
Adult Courses - Qualification
CERTIFICATE / LEVEL
Level 1
START DATE
03-Mar-2026
DURATION
6 Weeks
COURSE FEE
£145.00
LOCATION
Shipley College - Saltaire Institute
STUDY TYPE
Adult Courses - Qualification
DELIVERY TYPE
Class contact : ( Start Time - 6pm) (End Time - 9pm)
CLASS TIME
6pm - 9pm
CLASS DAY
Tues and Thurs
100% fee reduction may apply to you if in receipt of benefits and actively seeking employment or in work, earnings less the £25,000 annually
WHY CHOOSE THIS COURSE
Whether you're looking to gain skills for a career, develop a new hobby, consider retraining, or simply boost your confidence, this Level 1 course provides a fun and supportive introduction to the fundamentals of game design.
What You Might Explore:
Introduction to Game Design Concepts: Discover core principles like gameplay mechanics, player experience, and game genres.
Exploring Game Development Roles: Understand the different jobs involved in making games, from designers to artists and programmers.
Basic Storytelling and Narrative in Games: Learn how to create engaging stories and characters for your games.
Simple Level Design Principles: Get hands-on with designing basic game environments and layouts.
Introduction to Game Engines: Explore user-friendly software to bring your game ideas to life with simple prototypes.
Understanding Game Art and Assets: Discover the basics of visual elements in games, including characters, environments, and user interfaces.
Game Testing and Feedback: Learn the importance of playtesting and how to gather feedback to improve your designs.
Developing Your Own Game Ideas: Start brainstorming and planning your own simple game concepts.
Funding Information
THIS COURSE COULD BE FREE TO YOU!
Depending on your earnings and if you are employed or in receipt of benefits if you are unemployed, you may be able to have all of the fees paid for this course. Please check 100% Fee Reduction information