UAL Digital Media: Games and Interactive Media Extended Diploma Level 3
Gaming is one of the fastest growing and thriving industries in the UK. It’s home to global software and development houses, with smaller independent studios bursting with world-class talent. Whether it’s for online, console, mobile or even working on gaming hardware, there’s never been a better time to work in this rapidly growing industry.
If you want to take your love of gaming and turn that into a career, then this is definitely the course for you. It’s an advanced course that focuses on a wide range of computer-based media skills, giving you everything you need to begin a career in game and interactive development.
This is an advanced UAL Creative Media Production & Technology course.
You’ll be using new, industry-standard software, such as Unreal Engine 5, and working in our Apple Mac/High-end PC suites. We have made a lot of investment so that you get to use the equipment that professionals use, preparing you to enter the industry with the skills you need to succeed and also ensuring your only limitation during your studies is your imagination.
Our lecturers are passionate and experienced educators who have brought these skills into structured learning environments, helping students to enter the next-generation workforce.
South Devon College is now officially partnered with Epic Games Unreal Engine. This partnership provides you with resources and some amazing benefits.
The Unreal Academic Partner Program recognises university and school programs that have committed to providing high-quality educational opportunities with an experienced faculty, proven curricula, sufficient facilities, and resources to create positive outcomes for students with a variety of personal growth and career objectives. Studying with an Unreal Academic Partner means that Epic will empower you, so you are prepared for an evolving and highly competitive job market with transferable skills that increase your potential in a globalised economy.
Benefits of this partnership include:
Advanced registration opportunities for limited-availability educational events and training
Advanced information on internships and hiring events
Featured promotion through Epic online channels
UE Marketplace Credits: USD $500 initial gift and $250/semester
Free ArtStation Pro upgrades for authorised program students and faculty
Free Sketchfab for Teams license for authorised program
For this course, students will need to bring their own wired headsets.
Course Details
- You will be required to have achieved Maths at Level 2
- You must have a GCSE Grade 4(C) in English
- You will need to have achieved a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4(C) or above, including Maths and English
- You should have a genuine interest in this subject
Digital graphics
2D animation
3D animation and modelling
Sound for computer applications
Gaming engines and software development
Mobile app design
Course Applications
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This course costs: £
If the amount shown is more than £0.00 and you are aged 19 and over at the start of the course, you may have options to help fund your studies with us. The funding you can receive depends on your personal circumstances, and could mean you are entitled to fully subsidised or reduced tuition fees.
Many of our courses are fully funded for 16-18 year olds however not all courses are available for this age group.
You may also be entitled to support with travel, childcare and equipment.
To find out exactly what you could receive, contact our Helpzone team on 08000 380 123 for a free, impartial appointment, with no commitment necessary.
“There are so many different aspects to the course which you learn about such as movies, animations and games. You have access to lots of industry standard equipment including macs, graphic tablets a whole range of cameras and microphones. The tutors dedicate a lot of time helping you find your creativity and the best way to express it.”Thomas Rainey