Level 3 Creative Digital Media Games Art Course in Manchester. Classes run at Access Creative College Manchester, full-time during the day. Tuition is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though an Advanced Learner Loan may be available to help. You'll design and develop characters, machines and environments in both 2D and 3D, working alongside other games students. The course builds toward a final major project where you create art for a functioning game. Entry requires four or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English Language or Literature. The course runs for 72 weeks.
Who this course is for
If you love computer games and would like to develop and programme your own, then this Level 3 Games Technology course is the perfect way to prepare for a creative career or university.
Entry requirements
Four or more GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English (Language or Literature).
What you will learn
You'll design characters, machines and environments in 2D and 3D.
You'll develop game art assets for a functioning game.
You'll collaborate with other students on shared creative projects.
You'll plan and execute a final major project from concept to completion.
You'll apply creative and technical skills used in professional games art production.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical studio work, and collaborative projects with other students. Assessment is through a portfolio of work and a final major project, where you develop game art for a real functioning game. Your progress is built through ongoing project work rather than written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College Manchester will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Games artist: creating 2D and 3D assets for video games
Character designer: designing characters for games or animation
Environment artist: building game worlds and digital landscapes
Concept artist: producing visual ideas for games and media projects
Junior 3D modeller: creating models for games, film, or advertising
Digital illustrator: producing artwork for games, apps, and digital media
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 HNC/HND in Games Design or Digital Media: a natural next step if you want to go deeper into games production or specialise in 3D, animation, or concept art.
BA (Hons) in Games Art, Games Design, or Animation: many universities accept this Diploma as part of their entry requirements for degree-level study in creative digital media.
