Games Technology FdSc
Course Overview - Games Technology FdSc
This Games Technology foundation degree has been designed to meet the demands of the industry, allowing students to experience the core roles and learn the skills required for a graduate career in Games Technology.
The Games industry is multidisciplinary, focused on the manufacturing of games, predominantly in a team environment with multiple job roles. Students will learn about games architecture, asset production, games design and the games industry, using specialist, industry-standard hardware and software.
You will also learn industry-standard workflow methods ...
This Games Technology foundation degree has been designed to meet the demands of the industry, allowing students to experience the core roles and learn the skills required for a graduate career in Games Technology.<br/><br/>The Games industry is multidisciplinary, focused on the manufacturing of games, predominantly in a team environment with multiple job roles. Students will learn about games architecture, asset production, games design and the games industry, using specialist, industry-standard hardware and software.<br/><br/>You will also learn industry-standard workflow methods in game design, 3D asset and 3D environment creation, Unreal Engine 5 development.<br/><br/><strong>Key features</strong><br/><br/>Gain hands-on industry experience while you study, with industry opportunities built into the course to ensure you graduate with the practical skills needed to make it in the industry.<br/>Use industry-standard equipment: Learn how to use specialist tech and equipment including Unreal Engine 5, Autodesk and Wacom tablets.<br/>Work on live briefs set by industry giants to boost your CV and industry connections. Previous students have worked on briefs from big names including Mantic Games and Sumo Digital.<br/>Study in the heart of Nottingham: One of Europe’s top 25 student cities, and home to over 75,000 learners.<br/><br/><strong>Employability</strong><br/><br/>After completing your foundation degree, you’ll have the chance to top up to BA (Hons) Games Art at NTU or go straight into industry.<br/><br/>You’ll be prepared for a range of careers, including games engine programmer, technical artist, 3D modeller, game designer, animator, level designer, QA tester and producer.<br/><br/><strong>Facilities</strong><br/><br/>On this course you’ll study across various facilities located on our City Campus.<br/><br/>Youll have access to:<br/><br/><br/>• Industry-standard workstation PC’s<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Specialist software including Unreal Engine 4, Autodesk Suite (3DS Max, Maya, Mudbox), Adobe Creative Suite, Quixel 2.0<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Wacom Cintiq 13HD Touch Tablets<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Foley recording room<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Audio production and recording equipment<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Games consoles<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Unreal Engine 5<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Audio production and recording facilities<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Autodesk Maya<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Games Consoles and controllers<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Autodesk 3DS Max<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Wacom Cintiq 13HD Graphics Tablets<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Autodesk Mudbox<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Adobe Creative Suite<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Ergonomic gaming keyboards and mice<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Quixel 2.0<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry standard workstation computers.<br/><br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
City Campus
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Course Code
I620
Institution Code
N91
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade C/4 GCSE Maths grade C/4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
56 - 64 UCAS tariff points from your BTEC level 3 National Diploma and one A-Level or equivalent qualification
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
56 - 64 UCAS tariff points from your BTEC level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-Levels or equivalent qualifications
A level
56 - 64 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels
T Level
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,790 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £18,700 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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