This course entails mandatory units looking at Digital Games Production and Digital Media Skills. Optional units of study include 3D Environments, Digital Animation, Games, Testing and Game Engine Scripting. The Extended Certificate is the equivalent of an A Level, but it is assessed through a combination of coursework and exam.
| Assessment: |
Coursework (67%) and Exam (33%) |
| Duration: | 2 years |
| Entry requirements: |
English 4 Maths 4 |
| Exam board: | Pearson |
| Costs: |
£35 for course books |
Please see below a link to summer transition activities to help you prepare for starting this course:
The qualification gives learners the opportunity to progress to a degree in an information technology discipline or a degree where information technology related skills and knowledge may be advantageous. This qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses. The qualification supports entry to, for example: BA (Hons) in Computer Games Art, BSc (Hons) in Games Design Technology and BSc (Hons) in Games and Animation Production.
