Level 2 Diploma in Games Design, AI, and Robotics

Applications Open - Monday 2nd November 2026

Applications Close - Open all year

How to Apply – Please apply through KentChoices and use your KentChoices login which your school should provide

PLEASE NOTE - Popular courses can fill up quickly so apply early to avoid disappointment

If you have any queries regarding the courses, please contact EKC Canterbury College

You can make up to 5 applications to Colleges within the EKC Group, that is:

• EKC Ashford College
• EKC Broadstairs College*
• EKC Canterbury College*
• EKC Dover College
• EKC Folkestone College*
• EKC Sheppey College

*Junior Colleges exist in these locations.

Please only add one course or T Level per application, except for A Levels at EKC Canterbury College, where up to 4 A Level courses can be added per application. At your interview, you and the tutors can discuss the best level and courses in order for you to progress.

Turn your interest in games and technology into the skills to start creating your own. This course is your entry point into the world of games design, where creativity meets innovation with AI and robotics. You’ll explore how games are built from the ground up, from early ideas and character design to interactive gameplay. And learn how artificial intelligence and emerging technologies are helping to shape the future of gaming, giving you a taste of one of the fastest-growing creative industries. Designed as an introduction, this course helps you build confidence, develop your skills and prepare to progress onto a Level 3 course in games design or a related creative subject. This course is suitable for students who have achieved a 4/C grade in English and Maths. If you have not yet achieved this grade you will need to complete the course over two years. This provides you with additional time to achieve a Level 2 in English and/or Maths, with additional trips, activities, employer engagement opportunities.

Start thinking like a games designer as you create your own ideas from scratch. You’ll design characters, worlds and gameplay concepts, learning how to turn your imagination into something interactive. Bring your ideas to life using professional software, building characters, environments and visuals that form the foundation of your own games. You’ll explore how landscapes are designed and how different elements come together to create immersive game worlds. Discover how AI and robotics are used in games to make them more engaging and responsive. You’ll experiment with how games react to players, gaining insight into the technology behind modern gameplay experiences. Test, refine and improve your work as you playtest your own creations, learning how to develop ideas through feedback – just like in the real industry. You will develop skills in: • Creating original game concepts • Character and environment design • Using professional digital design software • Understanding AI and robotics in games • Gameplay development and playtesting • Creative problem solving and idea development Throughout the course, you’ll build a portfolio of work that shows your progress and creativity, helping you take the next step onto a Level 3 course.

You will be assessed through multiple projects that will build your creative skills. You will develop and workshop ideas during group projects, presentations and written assignments, whilst also showcasing the skills you’ve learnt within practical production work. You’ll build an impressive portfolio throughout the course, with each project giving you the chance to experiment, refine your skills and create games that meet real industry standards. This is a highly supportive course, designed to guide your progress with clear, practical advice so you can continue building the skills and confidence to progress onto the Level 3 programme, or other higher-level courses.

I have at least four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including Maths and English, and I know what I want to be.

This course is designed to prepare you for your next step. After completing Level 2, you can progress onto a Level 3 course in Games Design or a specialist creative subject, where you’ll develop more advanced skills and begin shaping your career direction. You could also go on to explore specialisms in areas such as: • Games designer • 3D artist • Concept artist • Level designer • Game developer • Interactive media designer You may also decide to step straight into an entry-level job or freelance in the creative sector. Entry-level roles could include studio assistant, photographer or junior designer.