Creative Technologies - Game Design and Development CertHE

**Course Overview**<br/><br/>Want a gateway into the games industries? BIMM Universitys practical Cert HE courses offer an introduction to the dynamic disciplines of games development. This one-year course offers an exciting opportunity for games makers and producers to delve into their craft through engaging lectures, workshops, and the creation of a comprehensive creative portfolio. Your portfolio will draw a real focus from the Studio Project module that immerses you in real-world working practices and emphasises industry-like collaboration. <br/><br/>The Games Design and Development pathway focuses on the key skills required for games development within design departments and an introduction to the software development lifecycle. It will develop and encourage debate around the cultural and political nature of games and development. <br/><br/><br/>- Introduction to the games industry and an exploration of games culture <br/><br/><br/>- Introduction to basic design skills <br/><br/><br/>- Introduction to key software pipelines <br/><br/><br/>- Using acquired skills to design mechanics <br/><br/><br/>- Exploring game design <br/><br/><br/>- Exploring Games Programming <br/>