Computer Games Development

QQI Level 6

Course Code

Major Award Code

6M20496

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
Multimedia Technology
Graphics & Animations
Digital Imaging
Design Skills
Multimedia Sound
Communications
Work Experience

Progression

Games Design - TUD
Computing - Games Development - ATU Sligo
Communication Studies - DCU
Humanities - Creative & Cultural Industries - UCD
Film & TV - DkIT
Creative Media - DkIT

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 all our courses have a single, affordable fee of just €200 in total. 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? Your medical card will exempt you from the €50 QQI exam fee, resulting in a reduced fee of €150.