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Games Development Level 2

Course code: P11605

Subject area: Games Development

Study level: School Leaver

Course level:

Course details

Course time:

09:00 - 17:00

Days of week:

Monday to Friday

Course date:

7th Sept 2026 - 2nd Jul 2027

Course location:

Abingdon Campus

Contact details

Email:

enquiries@abingdon-witney.ac.uk

Phone:

01235 555 585

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Dive into the world of 2D and 3D modelling, and unlock the secrets behind captivating character creation, immersive level design, and exhilarating gameplay, whilst studying for the UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Digital Media, specialising in games development. Each day brings new challenges to spark your imagination, making every lesson an adventure.
New for 2026, we are splitting our Level 2 Media & Games into separate specialised Media Level 2 and Games Development Level 2. Throughout the year, you’ll tackle dynamic, real-world projects designed to ignite your creativity and ramp up your technical prowess. This hands-on course plunges you into cutting-edge games technology and explores how it shapes the creative industries. You’ll be inspired to investigate the games business and discover how to connect with your audiences.

With engaging project work and exciting visits, you’ll pinpoint your creative superpowers and set bold goals for growth. The grand finale? Bring your vision to life by designing and building your own game, showcasing your unique talents and passion for gaming. This course specifically focuses on the design side of games development, if you are more interested in the coding side we recommend the computing courses.

You will benefit from a fully kitted-out games development classroom with high powered PCs, a wide range of gaming consoles both modern and retro including Playstation 5, X-box, Nintendo Switch, Atari, Amiga, Commodore; and a retro arcade with over 2000 available games to research game styles and game play.

Alongside your Diploma, as part of your Study Programme you will:• Develop your maths, English and IT skills at the right level for you.• Complete 2 weeks of work experience to help you grow your employability skills.• Experience fun enrichment opportunities, including workshops, trips, and visits.• Develop your personal skills and attributes with guidance and support.

Course units
Level 2 Diploma (1 Year)
Unit 1: Introduction to creative media methods and skills
Unit 2: Introduction to production techniques in creative media
Unit 3: Understanding an audience in creative media production
Unit 4: Contextual research for creative media production
Unit 5: Exploring audio production and technology
Unit 6: Exploring visual production and technology
Unit 7: Exploring interactive media production and technology
Unit 8: Personal project and presentation in creative media production
What next?
The course is designed so that you can progress to Level 3 Games Development or Level 3 Media, or another Level 3 qualification of your choosing such as an apprenticeship. You may also be able to progress directly to employment; however the games industry generally requires all learners to be over 18.
Entry criteria
You will need a keen interest in gaming and games development. You will also need 4 GCSES at grade 3 including English or Maths, OR a Level 1 pass in a related subject plus English or Maths, and both English and Maths must be at least grade 2 / Level 1 Functional Skills.
Fee information
There may be additional costs for any day trips and visits.

As part of your course we may organise trips to assist you with your learning. Trips are optional, and you will not be penalised if you choose not to participate.

There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.

The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.

16-18 Fee:

£0.00

19+ Fee:

£3,456.00

19+ Reduced Fee:

£0.00

Qualifications received
UAL Level 2 Diploma in Creative Media Production & Technology

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