Computer Games Development

QQI Level 6

Course Code

Major Award Code

6M20496

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About This Course

The games development sector demands a range of skills across the creative and technical domains. As well as the obvious technical skills, success for games developers also relies on an ability to manage their projects. Therefore soft skills within the multidisciplinary environment of the games sector are also needed. These include project management capabilities, teamwork, problem solving and communication skills.

This course in Computer Games Development will enable you to develop these technical, personal and interpersonal skills through the activities and projects taught as part of the course curriculum. These include 2D and 3D games development through multiple platforms, including Unreal Engine, web design, graphic design and sound editing.

Modules

Course Content

Project Management
Web Authoring
Graphics & Animations
Digital Imaging
Multimedia Technology
Design Skills
Multimedia Sound
Communications
Work Experience

Progression

Games Design - TUD
Computing - Games Development - ATU Sligo
BSc in Multimedia - DCU
Film & TV - DkIT
Creative Media - DkIT
Computing & Games Development - MTU
Game Art & Design TUS
Games Design & Development TUS
Software Design (VR & Gaming) TUS

Entry Requirements

Students should have successfully completed an appropriate QQI Level 5 course such as Computer Games Design, Computer Games Programming, Creative Digital Media (Year 1), Animation or Software Development (Year 1), all available at Cavan Institute. Equal consideration will be given to mature applicants (those aged over 23) who do not meet this entry requirement but can demonstrate industry experience.

Course Fees

At Cavan Institute, we believe that quality education should be within everyone’s reach. That’s why our courses continue to be offered at a simple, affordable fee of just €200.

To support student access to facilities and a wide range of campus services, an additional €50 student services charge applies, bringing the total amount payable by students to €250. This contribution helps ensure students can benefit from essential supports and resources throughout their time at the Institute.
Overall, we’re proud to offer a diverse range of courses at a price that remains significantly lower than that of many other colleges.

Do you have a Medical Card?

A valid medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, where applicable, reducing the total amount payable to €200.