Course Summary

This HNC will enable you to develop your knowledge and skills in the fast moving computer games industry. You will meet with current developers and then design and create your own 2D and 3D games as part of a team. The course includes a work placement in your chosen area which enables you to develop relevant practical skills and undertake live projects. After successfully completing the HNC in year one you may choose to top up to a full HND in Creative Media Production (Computer Game Design) which can lead on to a wide range of roles including: Game designer; Game programmer; Technical artist; Level editor. At the end of your study you will have developed the skills and qualifications necessary to start work in a related media career of your choice. Alternatively, you could also choose to study an extra year to ‘top-up’ your qualification to a full honours degree at a university after completion of the HND.

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How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: 6T44

Institution code: C56

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 2

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Applicants must hold a Higher National Certificate in a relevant qualification.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


This is a top up degree from the HNC in Creative Media Production (Computer Game Design) RQF to the Higher National Diploma. All applicants must hold the relevant HNC qualification.

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 6995.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6995.0 Year 1
Scotland 6995.0 Year 1
Wales 6995.0 Year 1

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Provider information

Infirmary Road
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Chesterfield
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