Overview
Level 1 Game Development is a course designed to help reintroduce pupils to the educational process and acclimatise them to the demands of a Level 2 and Level 3 qualification. Its primary goal is to show pupils how to enjoy their education and provide them with the foundational personal skills they will need to be successful later on. The course will also teach the software skills required for future success. Throughout the course, pupils will also create animations, develop simple games, and learn basic IT skills
Course Content
· Animation
· Creation of online Books
· Learning how to use Canva
· Game design and character development
· Video creation
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the Level 1 IT and Game Development course, you’ll need:
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Level 1 or 2 in GCSEs Maths and English
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A keen interest in IT and Game Development and a willingness to learn
Careers
Here are just a few examples of the different career opportunities you could pursue after completing the Level 1 IT and Game Development course:
1. IT Support Roles – IT support technician, helpdesk support, network support assistant
2. Game Development – Junior game developer, game tester, game design assistant
3. Programming and Software Development – Junior programmer, software developer, application support assistant
4. Digital Graphics and Animation – Junior graphic designer, 3D modeling assistant, animation production assistant
5. Cybersecurity – Cybersecurity support technician, IT security assistant, network security trainee
6. Project Management and Coordination – Junior project coordinator, IT project assistant, game development project assistant
7. User Experience (UX) Design – Junior UX designer, usability tester, interaction design assistant
8. Technical Support – IT technician, hardware support, system administrator assistant
9. IT Infrastructure – Junior network administrator, systems support assistant, IT technician
10. QA and Testing – Quality assurance tester, software testing assistant, game testing technician.