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Digital Games Design (BTEC | Level 3 | Single)

Franklin Sixth Form College

Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby, DN34 5BY

National Diploma (BTEC)
Level 3

Available start dates

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026
Franklin College
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Explore the innovative and exciting world of the games industry and build the skills you need to creatively develop game ideas into actual games. Whether you’re interested in concept art and 3D animation, or you’re more interested in bringing your ideas to life and learning how to design and develop a game, whatever your passion, this course can turn your career aspirations into reality.

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  • Esports
  • Graphics
  • Fine Art
  • Photography
  • Computer Science

Course Details

Digital Games Design will introduce you to the creative and technical aspects of digital games production. You’ll develop skills in key areas such as concept art, 3D modelling, and environments and animations, alongside exploring digital art, fundamental art skills, aspects of coding, and the chance to share the games you have created. Additionally, you’ll study in our state-of-the-art facilities using high-spec computers that run the industry standard software used within the course, such as Blender, Unity and Adobe Creative Suite. With access to our high-powered systems, game engines and photography studios, this course gives you the skills to future-proof your career in the fast-growing digital industry

How will it be delivered and assessed?

  • Combination of Coursework and Examination

Entry requirements

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Possible career paths

  • Concept Artist
  • Character Designer
  • Background Designer
  • Games Tester
  • Animator
  • Games Producer
  • Gameplay Designer
  • User Experience Designer
  • 2D/3D Modelling Artist

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