Computing, Games Design & Esports

The Computing, Games Design & Esports Pathway prepares learners for the diverse world of Technology.

Qualifications involves working through a series of set assessments. and learners work independently, at their own pace but are fully encouraged to achieve their personal outcomes.

This Pathway covers a very wide range of essential areas to succeed within the the Computing & Games Design or Esports Industry.

Learners will start their journey by completing introduction qualifications in all aspects of the technology industry. Learners can then specialise at level 2 to pursue their chosen pathway to work or Higher Education.

Learners will learn essential skills to support their destinations to build their skills and abilities such as;

• Establishing an Esports Organisation
• Streaming for Esports
• Plan an Esports Event
• Research and Pre-production in the Games Industry
• Level Design in Games
• Animation in Games
• Game Scripting
• 3D Modelling in Games
• Be able to design a program in response to a client brief.
• Be able to test, refine, document and review the program.
• Be able to develop a program using a text-based programming language.

Course content -

• Year 1 - Introduction to Computing, Games Design and Esports
• Year 2 - Computing, Games Design and Esports level 1
• Year 3 - Computing & Games Design level 2 or Skills In Esports Level 2
• Year 4 - Games Design and Development level 3 or National In Esports

Progress and achievements are recorded by learners creating a portfolio of coursework to provide evidence of their work. Maths and English are exam-based assessments.

Anyone aged 16-25 with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP).

There are several levels within this pathway. Each learner will be internally assessed and placed on the correct level based on their skills and prior achievement within the subject.

• ​Entry level 3 - No formal qualifications
• Level 1 - Previous qualifications which will be assessed on application
• Level 2 - Level 1 qualification
• Level 3 - Level 2 qualification

After completing our 4 year programme, learners can progress into work with the skills and experience necessary to apply for apprenticeships or employment.