NCFE
Level 3
QN: 603/7518/8
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NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Games Design and Development
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by NCFE. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 180 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
NCFE
Syllabus Units
6 Units
Guided Hours
180 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
3D modelling in games
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand 3D modelling fundamentals
- Understand materials and texturing techniques required in 3D modelling
- Understand processes and industry practices in exporting 3D assets
2
Animation in games
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of animation
- Understand the planning and creation of 3D animations
- Understand rendering techniques used in 3D animation
3
Game scripting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the different types of scripting approaches used in game design and development
- Be able to script interactions and mechanics in a game engine
- Understand functionality testing and quality assurance used in game development
4
Games industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand organisational structures in the games industry
- Understand personal and professional development in the games industry
- Understand legal and ethical considerations affecting the games industry
5
Level design in games
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the principles of level design
- Be able to design and review a level in response to a brief
- Understand the role of lighting and effects in level design
6
Research and pre-production in the games industry
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand research and pre-production in the design and development of games
- Develop games design documentation
- Develop supporting materials as part of a games design document
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/7518/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- NCFE
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2021