COURSE CURRICULUM

In Year 1 of the Games Design course, you'll focus on building foundational skills in game design. The Games Design Fundamentals module covers industrial design processes, audience research, game mechanics, and level design, alongside documenting prototypes. The Mechanics of Player Experience and Playtesting module teaches you to apply theory and game history while developing prototypes and using playtesting methods to refine your designs. Professional Studio Practice 1 fosters teamwork and project management, guiding you through designing and developing a basic game prototype. The Prototyping and Scripting module provides hands-on experience in digital prototyping and technical game design, encouraging critical analysis of your development process.In Year 2, you'll deepen your technical expertise and design understanding. Advanced Prototyping and Programming focuses on creating persuasive prototypes and developing games across multiple platforms. The Game Cultures and Design Beyond Entertainment module explores non-entertainment games, analyzing how they address critical cultural issues. Professional Studio Practice 2 gives you real-world industry experience, requiring you to respond to professional briefs and develop advanced prototypes. The Technology, Gameplay, and Mechanics module expands your technical knowledge, encouraging the use of advanced technologies and new game interfaces.In Year 3, you'll refine your expertise and prepare for the professional world. Experimental Gameplay Development emphasizes rapid prototyping and experimenting with new gameplay ideas, while Games Design Processes, Research, and Playtesting guides you in managing a professional project, utilizing research, and evaluating work in context. Professional Studio Practice 3 helps you develop a career-focused portfolio and prepares you for the recruitment process. The Showcase Project gives you the opportunity to apply all your skills by creating and managing a major game project, demonstrating your readiness for the industry.