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BTEC HND Game Development Course in South Shields

Cost£6,525.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 5
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Higher National Diploma in Game Development in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel qualification covers game design principles, programming, asset creation, and project development. You'll explore the full game development process, from concept to playable product. The course typically takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a Level 5 BTEC Higher National Diploma in Game Development.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SICT | Course Title = Information Technology Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 61024776 | Qualification Aim Title = BTEC Higher National Diploma in Game Development | College Delivery Area = STEM Motor Vehicle and Green Initiatives (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop game design concepts and mechanics.
  • You'll write and apply programming code used in game engines.
  • You'll create 2D and 3D digital assets for games.
  • You'll work through the full production pipeline, from brief to finished build.
  • You'll test and evaluate games to improve quality and playability.
  • You'll manage and present a game development project.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical studio work, and project-based assignments. Assessment is coursework-based, with assignments and projects that reflect real game development tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work over the course of the year.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Game developer, builds and codes games for studios or independently.
  • Games developer, works across mobile, console, or PC platforms.
  • Computer games developer, creates and tests game systems and features.
  • Game designer, shapes gameplay, levels, and player experience.
  • Junior programmer, writes code for games or interactive software.
  • QA tester, checks games for bugs and performance issues.

What you could study next

  • Bachelor's degree in Game Development or Computer Science, the natural next step for those wanting a full honours degree.
  • Level 6 BTEC Higher National Certificate in a related digital subject, for learners who want to specialise further.
  • Graduate entry roles in the games industry, where the HND alone can open doors to junior positions without further study.
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