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Higher National Certificate - HNC
Games Development - South Tyneside College
Tyne Coast College
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Games Development - South Tyneside College course at Tyne Coast College.
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A level
C,C,C
3 A-levels at minimum grade C. Preferred but not essential one subject area is either Games Development, Media Studies or Art and Design.
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Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: GAM1
Here's what Tyne Coast College says about its Games Development - South Tyneside College course.
Step into an immersive journey where creativity meets technology in our Game Development course. Designed for aspiring game developers, this course explores all aspects of game creation—from visionary design and captivating art to fluid animations and robust programming. You'll dive deep into each discipline, gaining hands-on experience that builds confidence and sparks innovation to thrive in the competitive gaming industry.
Our state-of-the-art gaming room elevates the learning experience to a whole new level. Relive gaming history on our classic consoles, experiencing the thrill of Virtual Reality with cutting-edge headsets, and feeling the rush with high-octane racing rig. Our high-spec gaming PCs are loaded with all the essential development tools, including UE5, 3Ds Max, Gamemaker, and the entire Adobe suite, so you can bring your ideas to life exactly as you envision them.
Whether you’re a beginner or ready to refine your skills, this course equips you with the creative and technical expertise to transform your passion into a successful career in game development. Get ready to harness your potential, break boundaries, and become the gaming innovator you were meant to be.
Studying this course, you will achieve the Level 4 HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Games Development, which is the equivalent to the first year of a degree.
Progression Opportunities - Those who complete this course may progress onto the Level 5 HND in Games Development.
Source: Tyne Coast College
Course details
Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Department
Media Games
Location
South Tyneside College | South Shields
Duration
1 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Computer games design
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £6,355 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £6,355 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £6,355 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £6,355 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
A1: Concept and Development A2: The Creative Project
How you will be assessed
The Course is broken down into two modules. In A1 Concept and Development, you will be assessed through several portfolio building assignments all focused around developing your skills in a specific field of Games Development, such as: • Lore Craft – Tabletop Gaming and World Building • Model Verse – 3D Modelling • Pixel Quest – Level Design and Programming • Art style Odessey – Concept art • Industry Insights – Gaming Industry Research
In A2 The Creative Project you will be assessed through one practical assignment where you will have the opportunity to use your creative skills that you have developed in A1 and produce a playable 2D or 3D game demo.
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