About This Course
Although the emphasis of the course is on principles of design, the course provides exposure to all aspects of game development from initial concept, to storyboard creation and from design right through to the development stage, culminating in the design of fully functioning 2D and 3D games.
This course will present students with the opportunity to:
Fully explore each stage of the game design process; appreciate the design considerations that arise with different game genres such as adventure, First Person Shooter (FPS), Role Playing Games (RPGs), strategy, fighting and sports games; play and critique a variety of games on a selection of popular platforms (e.g. X-Box, PS3, PC etc), use specialised game engine tools to create their own game components (levels, maps, characters, etc.); create their own computer games (2D and 3D); develop life skills, including effective communication techniques, teamwork and independent learning.
Course Content
Animation
Animation Drawing Studies
Games Analysis Design
Communications
Work Experience
Image Processing
Design Skills
Web Authoring
3D Modelling and Animation
Progression
Computing in Games Development - DKIT
Computing - Games Development - ATU Sligo
Communication Studies - DCU
Humanities - Creative & Cultural Industries - UCD
Film & TV - DKIT
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate or Leaving Certificate Applied or LCVP or QQI Level 4 Award. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet these entry requirements.
Course Fees
At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone's reach. That's why all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200. No hidden costs, no complex fee structures. Just straightforward, accessible learning to help you achieve your goals. We're proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that sets us apart from other colleges with high fees.
Do you have a Medical Card? You may be eligible to study with us for free. Please contact our admissions team directly to learn more about this fantastic opportunity.
Graham Lennon
Computer Games Design
"I studied Computer and Games Design for my first year and Computer and Games Development for my second year. I was then able to use that to process into a degree course for Creative Media in Dundalk. The two years in Cavan prepared me really well to progress into Dundalk." - Graham Lennon
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