Games Design & Development Level 2
Deane Road Campus starts 07/01/2026

Within this course you will develop an intial idea into a 2D or 3D game. You will create visuals to show what the game will look like, as well as a design specification that documents all aspects of the game. You will then create the assets for the game engine and add interaction to make a playable game.

- Describe different types of computer games and their features
- Explain how different components are used in the desgin of a computer game
- Design a computer game with a storyline, characters and gameplay
- Produce a design specifiation in an appropriate format
- create an asset list
- edit game assets considering file formats, types and naming conventions
- render and import assets into a game engine
- Develop a computer game for a specific platform using a game engine
- Test a computer game obtaining feedback from others
- Review how the game meets the client brief, making recommendations for future improvements
- Describe how performance could be developed

Completion of Level 1 Games Design and Development Award or evidence of experience creating game design documentation

You must be 19+
Your English language must be good, at Entry 3 or above.

If you believe that you need to work on your digital skills first before applying for the course, there are opportunities to take a Basic Digital skills course or Entry 3 Essential Digital Skills qual.

Portfolio of evidence of research, design documentation, reflection and feedback
A 2D or 3D game with approriate assets and functionality

You can contact Rachel Upsall - Curriculum Leader for Digital Phone: 01204 482956 Email: Rachel.Upsall@Boltoncc.ac.uk

You need to speak to one of our tutors before you can enrol on to this course therefore, please use the 'apply' button on this screen to register your interest.

We have a variety of other courses such as HTML essentials, introduction to programming, cybersecurity and mobile app development.

This course is free for all learners
Courses fees are subject to change.

Assessment

All learners will complete an individual learning plan which will be discussed with their tutor throughout the course.

Financial

You may not have to pay tuition fees at all, if you fall into one of the groups eligible for fee exemptions. If you feel you may be eligible or would like someone to explain course fees in more detail, pleasecontact us via our Live Chat service available on any page of our website.

Adult Learners

Adult learners (19+) must provide evidence of their existing qualification at enrolment. Learners may not be able to enrol if this information is not provided when requested. If you have lost any certificates please contact your school in the first instance. If they are unable to provide a copy, you can contact one of the following exam boards (your school will be able to tell you which one applies to the exams you took):

• OCR: www.ocr.org.uk
• Edexcel: www.edexcel.com
• AQA: www.aqa.org.uk

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Bolton College works hard to ensure that the information provided is accurate.
All courses are offered subject to student numbers and the College reserves the right to amend, withdraw or amalgamate any of the courses, fees, services, locations or facilities described at any time.

Studying at College

The health and safety of our learners and staff is still very important to us and so there may continue to be an element of study outside of the classroom during the, academic year. The proportion of these hours will depend on the individual qualification(s) being undertaken. You must do the work set during these times or it will impact your progress on the course and therefore your achievement.

Equalities Statement

The College will treat all members of the community equally and will not favour any particular individual or group. English is our principal language but we will endeavour to provide information relating to this document in other formats and languages. If customers require this type of support they should contact the Recruitment & Relations Manager at customer.services@boltoncc.ac.uk

Safeguarding Statement

Bolton College are committed to ensuring that learners have a right to feel safe wherever they learn, in the classroom or online. If you have any personal safety or other worries, for example, feeling bullied; being made to feel uncomfortable or experiencing an inappropriate situation when you are attending college, please speak to the tutor, a member of the Reception Team or contact the College Safeguarding Team on 01204 482180 or via safeguarding@boltoncc.ac.uk

Although every care has been taken to ensure that the information contained within this document is accurate, there may be changes to this programme and provision. We will endeavour to keep prospective and current students updated where appropriate and when the information becomes available.