Course: Camborne Hub, Tile: FdA Games Design for Industry

Welcome to your First Year
Dear Student, welcome to the FdA Games Design for Industry programme at Cornwall College Camborne. This exciting skills-based programme meets the requirements of one of the fastest growing, dynamic and entrepreneurial sectors in the creative industries. Providing practical specialist knowledge to pursue a career in the game industry in paths such as an animation, level design, coding, 3D modelling. concept art or texturing etc. Core artistic and technical skills will be developed to enable creation and building of games and content for a variety of platforms. As a games student you will be creating stunning and immersive worlds, VR experiences, characters and other games assets, in a variety of styles ranging from the realistic to cel shaded. You will also be working both individually and in teams on real world client briefs providing you with excellent work experience opportunities that will look amazing on your CVs.

Introduce yourself to all the other new Students on your course Forum

Welcome by Programme Manager

Dear students, welcome to the longest running HE Level games course in Cornwall. Over the years we have gained an excellent reputation for turning out highly qualified graduates able to hold their own in one of the most exciting and fastest growing industries in the world. I am looking forward to seeing you all soon and starting you all off on your wonderful journey to your chosen career.
As for myself I have ONDs, HNDs and HNCs in Technical Illustration, Graphic Design and Multimedia along with a Masters Degree in Digital Art and Technology. I began employment within the creative industries working freelance producing artwork for local businesses along with portraits for clients. I moved to Hamburg Germany to work for Airbus Industries (Eurodoc) creating technical illustrations for their aircraft manuals before returning home to start a multimedia course. Once completed I gained employment in a local E-learning company, CNDL group, producing artwork and games for many large clients such as Pfizer, Tesco, Barclays Bank and the Basic Skills Agency amongst many others. My skills quickly turned to 3D modelling and animation along with video editing and design. I moved onto working as a helper for a deaf student at Cornwall College where I eventually took over management of FdA Animation and FdA Multimedia Design. Both these courses allowed me to expand my links to industry along with improving my abilities in the gaming field. I then decided to write and manage a HND Games Design course, as this was where my main interests lay. This was quickly followed by implementing level 3 games at Camborne. Due to the success of the HND and the demand of the students for a local BA Games Top Up I set up the final year at Camborne. I am extremely proud of the links my courses have gained within industry and the reputation of delivering highly qualified graduates. Throughout all this time I have maintained my own practice creating 3D imagery for numerous clients. Currently I am collaborating with a publisher on a large triple A RPG based around Cornish Smuggling.

The purpose of this site is to help you prepare for the coming years with us and give you an opportunity to get ahead in your studies before you start in September. We want to make sure that you are inspired, anchored, prepared, and enabled to succeed. The following guide is designed to provide you with some essential information about the FdA Games Design for Industry programme here, and how you can make the best of your time while studying with us.

The games staff here have worked extremely hard to develop the course to ensure that it is industry relevant and attractive to students, clients and employers. Our fundamental aim is to provide you with the employability, creativity and technical skills that are needed to obtain a career within the games industry.

As a challenging, yet highly rewarding course selection, I am confident that with the required commitment and work ethic, you will enjoy the material presented throughout your time as a student on FdA Games Design for Industry

Good luck with all your studies.

Stephen Howard

Joining Instructions

FdA Games Design for Industry - Year 1 September 2024 File

FdA Games Design for Industry - Year 2 September 2024 File

Module records

MODULE NAME and NUMBER

SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR

TCCG128 Computer Games Studies and Practice

Learners will explore the medium of computer games; an examination of the history of computer games, exploring the relationship with games and wider culture and applying relevant theories to the analysis of specific computer games. Careers within the industry will be explored along with how to apply for jobs and produce industry standard documentation ready for interview.

TCCG129 Pre-Production Design and Computer Game Concept Art

The essence of this module is to develop drawing skills to permit effective communication of the visualisation of imagined characters and locations within the conceptual game world. Skilful execution of these visualisations begins with study and practice of observational and life drawing.

TCCG130 Animation Principles

Learners will gain an understanding of the history of and key developments in animation; developing skills and techniques in traditional and digital animation. Learners will plan and produce 2D and 3D animations for a specified audience.

TCCG131 2D Digital Graphics and Texturing for Computer Games

This module provides knowledge, understanding and practical experience of the tools and techniques of the digital graphics software used to produce images for computer games. It also provides learners with the ability to unwrap basic 3D meshes for application of texture maps. Encouraging learners to express imaginative skills, it is appropriate that some critical self-reflective practice is undertaken.

TCCG132 3D Modelling and Animation for Computer Games

This module provides students with knowledge and understanding of industry-based 3D modelling and animation skills. Students will gain practical experience of key 3D modelling techniques and processes used in the production pipeline along with the ability to work to realistic deadlines as part of a team.

TCCG133 3D Computer Games Engines and Asset Creation

Learners will become familiar with game engine technology, the central piece of software used for the assembly of modern computer games. By building playable games/levels or modifications of existing games, learners will gain an understanding of how a modern computer game is pieced together, integrating 3D environments/assets, cameras, control systems and basic game logic.

TCCG226 Subject Specialism Project

An opportunity for learners to identify a particular area of study, develop a proposal and set specific objectives for investigation. They will apply research skills to the identification and selection of materials and resources, present their results and review and evaluate their work considering the professional context of the work.

TCCG227 3D Cut Sequence Design and Digital Audio for Games

In this module learners will gain knowledge and understanding of how cut scenes (cinematics) are created and used within games. Learners will design and produce appropriate original sounds for their cut scenes and develop their digital editing skills.

TCCG228 3D Character Design and Animation

3D character artists and animators are responsible for the look and feel of a character along with the portrayal of movement and behaviour. It is essential that artists have a good level of knowledge and understanding of anatomy and technical aspects of modelling and sculpting 3D meshes . Students will experiment with character animation skills and techniques using a variety of rigs ready for use in games or animations. Learners should have the ability to develop, produce and reflect upon their own work, giving them the professional skills needed in the games industry.

TCCG229 Level Design and Production for Computer Games

This unit provides an opportunity for students to create a major game going through the whole design pipeline from start to finish. Students will understand how to prepare, design and write games design documentation ready for pitch before going on to produce the game using relevant industry standard software and techniques.

TCCG230 Professional Practice

This unit provides an opportunity for students to investigate their career options, consider how that translates into professional practice for their own work and how to present themselves professionally at interviews. It also incorporates a client or completion-based project to gain experience of typical industry practice and pipelines. Management of their work and time, how to create and organise show reels and portfolios for exhibition and employment will also be covered.

TCCG231 Games Design and Development Project

An opportunity for learners to develop skills in decision making, problem solving and communication, integrated with the skills and knowledge developed in other areas of the course. It requires learners to select, plan, implement and evaluate a project and present the outcomes.

Kit/resources/books list
You will have access to industry standard software and hardware such as Autodesk (3D Studio Max, Maya, Mudbox etc), Unreal Engine 5, Construct 3, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Premiere etc), Oculus and Vive VR headsets, Logitech wheels, Wacom tablets, 3D scanners and printers and a wide range of audio visual equipment.
You will be expected to carry out independent research into the various roles and techniques within the industry, whilst learning new software and hardware. As such you may wish to get ahead by exploring this reading list below. We do not expect you to read everything on this list but dipping into books in each section will help you gain an understanding of the techniques and software you will be using.
Animation Principles

Hart, T. (1999)The Art of the Storyboard: Storyboarding for Film, TV, and Animation Focal Press

Long, B and Schenk, S. (2002) The Digital Filmmaking Handbook Charles River Media

Maclean F, 2011, Setting the Scene: The Art & Evolution of Animation Layout, San Francisco, Chronicle Books

Wells P, 1998, Understanding Animation, London, Routledge

Williams R, 2001, The Animator's Survival Kit: A Working Manual of Methods, Principles and Formulas for Computer, Stop-motion, Games and Classical Animators, Oxford, Faber and Faber Ltd

White, T. (1988) The Animator's Workbook Watson-Guptill Pubns

Pre-production Design and Concept Art

Berger J, 1972, Ways of Seeing, London, Penguin Books Ltd

Hartal, Leo. And Morris, D(2003) Game Art: The Graphic Art of Computer Games Watson-Guptill

Hughes R, 1991, The Shock of the New: Art and the Century of Change, London, Thames and Hudson Ltd

Mattessi M, 2008, Force: Character Design from Life Drawing, Oxford, Focal Press

Omernick, M (2004) Creating the Art of the Game New Riders Games

Pardew, L (2004) Beginning Illustration and Storyboarding for Games Course Technology PTR

3Dtotal.com, 2009, Digital Painting Techniques: Practical Techniques of Digital Art Masters: MastersCollection:Volume,Oxford,FocalPress

3dTotal, 2010, Digital Painting Techniques: Masters Collection Volume 2, Worcester, 3D Total Publishing

2D Digital Graphics and texturing for Games

Berger J, 1972, Ways of Seeing, London, Penguin Books Ltd

Dayley L & Dayley B, 2010, Photoshop CS5 Bible, Indianapolis, Wiley Publishing

Hartal, Leo. And Morris, D(2003) Game Art: The Graphic Art of Computer Games Watson-Guptill

Maclean F, 2011, Setting the Scene: The Art & Evolution of Animation Layout, San Francisco, Chronicle Books

Omernick, M (2004) Creating the Art of the Game New Riders Games

Pardew, L (2004) Beginning Illustration and Storyboarding for Games Course Technology PTR

3Dtotal.com, 2009, Digital Painting Techniques: Practical Techniques of Digital Art Masters: MastersCollection:Volume,Oxford,FocalPress

3dTotal, 2010, Digital Painting Techniques: Masters Collection Volume 2, Worcester, 3D Total Publishing

Autodesk, 2009, Learning Autodesk 3ds Max 2010 Foundation for Games, Oxford, Focal Press

Clinton, Y (2007) Game Character Modeling and Animation with 3ds max 7 CMP Books

Franson, D (2004) The Dark Side of Game Texturing Course Technology PTR

Gahan A, 2008, 3ds Max Modelling for Games: Insider's Guide to Game Character, Vehicle, and Environment Modeling, Oxford, Focal Press

Hartal, Leo. And Morris, D(2003) Game Art: The Graphic Art of Computer Games Watson-Guptill

Maclean F, 2011, Setting the Scene: The Art & Evolution of Animation Layout, San Francisco, Chronicle Books

Omernick, M (2004) Creating the Art of the Game New Riders Games

3dTotal, 2010, Digital Painting Techniques: Masters Collection Volume 2, Worcester, 3D Total Publishing

3D Modelling and Animation for Games

Gahan A, 2008, 3ds Max Modelling for Games: Insider's Guide to Game Character, Vehicle, and Environment Modeling, Oxford, Focal Press

Hartal, Leo. And Morris, D(2003) Game Art: The Graphic Art of Computer Games Watson-Guptill

Maclean F, 2011, Setting the Scene: The Art & Evolution of Animation Layout, San Francisco, Chronicle Books

Omernick, M (2004) Creating the Art of the Game New Riders Games

Pardew, L (2004) Beginning Illustration and Storyboarding for Games Course Technology PTR

3dTotal, 2010, Digital Painting Techniques: Masters Collection Volume 2, Worcester, 3D Total Publishing

3D Computer Game Engines and Asset Creation

Amresh A et al, 2010, Unreal Game Development, Natick, A K Peters

Bateman, C 2006 Game Writing: Narrative Skills for Videogames Charles River Media

Busby J et al, 2009, Mastering Unreal Technology, Volume II: Advanced Level Design Concepts with Unreal Engine 3, USA, Sams

Creighton R, 2010, Unity 3D Game Development by Example Beginner's Guide, Birmingham, Packt Publishing

Dille, F And Platten, J, 2006 The Ultimate Guide to Video Game Writing and Design Lone Eagle

Elsevier Kugh, K 2006 Interface Oriented Design Pragmatic Bookshelf

Galitz, W, 2006 The Essential Guide to User Interface Design Wiley

Franson, D, 2004 The Dark Side of Game Texturing Course Technology PTR

Gauthier, J. 2001 Interactive Digital 3D Actors Morgan Kaufmann Publishers

Jones, A, 2000 3D Studio MAX Professional Animation New Riders Publishing

Kerlow, I. V. 1995 The Art of 3D Computer Animation and Imaging John Wiley

Murdoch K, 2017, Autodesk Maya 2018 basics guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Murdoch K, 2019, Autodesk 3ds Max 2020 : complete reference guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Murdoch K, 2018, Autodesk Maya 2019 basics guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Sheldon, L, 2004, Character Development and Storytelling for Games Course Technology PTR

Steed, P, 2002, Animating Real-Time Game Characters Charles River Media

Yr2

Subject Specialism Project

Murdock K, 2012, 3ds Max 2010 Bible, Indianapolis, John Wiley & Sons

Autodesk, 2009, Learning Autodesk 3ds Max 2010 Foundation for Games, Oxford, Focal Press

Adobe Creative Team, 2010, Adobe Flash Catalyst CS5 Classroom in a Book, Indianapolis, Adobe

Bergman, R and Moore, T. 2000. Managing Interactive Video/multimedia Projects. Prentice Hall

Christiansen M, 2008, Adobe After Effects CS4 Visual Effects and Compositing Studio Techniques, Berkeley, Peachpit

Dayley L & Dayley B, 2010, Photoshop CS5 Bible, Indianapolis, Wiley Publishing Inc.

Draper P, 2008, Deconstructing the Elements with 3ds Max: Create natural fire, earth, air and water without plug-ins (Autodesk Media and Entertainment Techniques), Oxford, Focal Press

Flor M & Mongeon B, 2010, Digital Sculpting with Mudbox: Essential Tools and Techniques for Artists, Oxford, Focal Press

Gahan A, 2008, 3ds Max Modeling for Games: Insider's Guide to Game Character, Vehicle, and Environment Modeling, Oxford, Focal Press

Leete M et al, 2010, Flash Professional CS5 and Flash Catalyst CS5 For Dummies, Hobeken, Wiley Publishing Inc

Murdoch K, 2017, Autodesk Maya 2018 basics guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Murdoch K, 2019, Autodesk 3ds Max 2020 : complete reference guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Murdoch K, 2018, Autodesk Maya 2019 basics guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Perkins T, 2010, Flash Professional CS5 Bible, Indianapolis, John Wiley & Sons

Journals

Databases and Journals - Video Game Development - Research Guides at University of Michigan Library (umich.edu)

Game Studies - Issue 2001, 2020

DiGRA | Digital Games Research Association

3D Cut Sequence Design and Digital Audio for Games

Borwick J, 1996, Sound Recording Practice Fourth Edition, Oxford, Oxford University Press

Draper P, 2008, Deconstructing the Elements with 3ds Max: Create natural fire, earth, air and water without plug-ins (Autodesk Media and Entertainment Techniques), Oxford, Focal Press

Gauthier, J. 2001 Interactive Digital 3D Actors Morgan Kaufmann Publishers

Huber and Runstein, 2005, Modern Recording Techniques,Oxford, Focal Press

Kerlow, I. V. 1995 The Art of 3D Computer Animation and Imaging John Wiley

Kermanikian A, 2010, Introducing Mudbox, Indianapolis, Wiley Publishing

Kuhlo M & Eggert E, 2010, Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray: Photorealistic Visualization, Oxford, Focal press

Lanning K et al, 2009, d'artiste: Character Modeling 3 (D'Artiste), Mylor (SA), Ballistic Publishing

Jones, A, 2000 3D Studio MAX Professional Animation New Riders Publishing

Maclean F, 2011, Setting the Scene: The Art & Evolution of Animation Layout, San Francisco, Chronicle Books

O’Conner J, 2010, Mastering mental ray: Rendering Techniques for 3D and CAD Professionals, Indianapolis , Wiley Publishing

Roberts S, 2007, Character Animation: 2D Skills for Better 3D (Focal Press Visual Effects and Animation), Oxford, Focal Press

Rose J. 2002. Audio Post Production for Digital Video. R & D

Sonnenschein D (Editor). 2001. Sound Design: The Expressive Power of Music, Voice and Sound Effects in Cinema. Michael Wiese Productions

Van der Steen J & Boardman T, 2009, Rendering with mental ray and 3ds Max, Second Edition (Autodesk Media and Entertainment Techniques),Oxford Focal Press

Wade D, 2012, d'artiste Character Modeling 4 (D'Artiste), Mylor (SA), Ballistic Publishing

Yewdall D. 2003. Practical Art of Motion Picture Sound, Oxford, Focal Press

3dTotal, 2010, Digital Painting Techniques: Masters Collection Volume 2, Worcester, 3D Total Publishing

Journals

Databases and Journals - Video Game Development - Research Guides at University of Michigan Library (umich.edu)

Game Studies - Issue 2001, 2020

DiGRA | Digital Games Research Association

todigra.org/index.php/todigra

Foundations of Digital Games (FDG) Conference Series

Game Design Research Papers - Academia.edu

Games Research Journals | Dr. Rachel Kowert (rkowert.com)

JURN : search millions of free academic articles, chapters and theses

3D Character Design and Animation

Kermanikian A, 2010, Introducing Mudbox, Indianapolis, Wiley Publishing

Kuhlo M & Eggert E, 2010, Architectural Rendering with 3ds Max and V-Ray: Photorealistic Visualization, Oxford, Focal press

Lanning K et al, 2009, d'artiste: Character Modeling 3 (D'Artiste), Mylor (SA), Ballistic Publishing

Jones, A, (2000) 3D Studio MAX Professional Animation New Riders Publishing

Maclean F, 2011, Setting the Scene: The Art & Evolution of Animation Layout, San Francisco, Chronicle Books

O’Conner J, 2010, Mastering mental ray: Rendering Techniques for 3D and CAD Professionals, Indianapolis , Wiley Publishing

Roberts S, 2007, Character Animation: 2D Skills for Better 3D (Focal Press Visual Effects and Animation), Oxford, Focal Press

Van der Steen J & Boardman T, 2009, Rendering with mental ray and 3ds Max, Second Edition (Autodesk Media and Entertainment Techniques),Oxford Focal Press

Wade D, 2012, d'artiste Character Modeling 4 (D'Artiste), Mylor (SA), Ballistic Publishing

3dTotal, 2010, Digital Painting Techniques: Masters Collection Volume 2, Worcester, 3D Total Publishing

Journals

Databases and Journals - Video Game Development - Research Guides at University of Michigan Library (umich.edu)

Game Studies - Issue 2001, 2020

DiGRA | Digital Games Research Association

todigra.org/index.php/todigra

Foundations of Digital Games (FDG) Conference Series

Game Design Research Papers - Academia.edu

Games Research Journals | Dr. Rachel Kowert (rkowert.com)

JURN : search millions of free academic articles, chapters and theses

Level Design and Production for Computer Games

Amresh A et al, 2010, Unreal Game Development, Natick, A K Peters

Bateman, C 2006 Game Writing: Narrative Skills for Videogames Charles River Media

Busby J et al, 2009, Mastering Unreal Technology, Volume II: Advanced Level Design Concepts with Unreal Engine 3, USA, Sams

Creighton R, 2010, Unity 3D Game Development by Example Beginner's Guide, Birmingham, Packt Publishing

Dille, F And Platten, J 2006 The Ultimate Guide to Video Game Writing and Design Lone Eagle

Elsevier Kugh, K 2006 Interface Oriented Design Pragmatic Bookshelf

Galitz, W 2006 The Essential Guide to User Interface Design Wiley

Franson, D 2004 The Dark Side of Game Texturing Course Technology PTR

Gauthier, J. 2001 Interactive Digital 3D Actors Morgan Kaufmann Publishers

Jones, A, 2000 3D Studio MAX Professional Animation New Riders Publishing

Kerlow, I. V. 1995 The Art of 3D Computer Animation and Imaging John Wiley

Murdoch K, 2017, Autodesk Maya 2018 basics guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Murdoch K, 2019, Autodesk 3ds Max 2020 : complete reference guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Murdoch K, 2018, Autodesk Maya 2019 basics guide, Kansas, SDC Publications

Sheldon, L 2004 Character Development and Storytelling for Games Course Technology PTR

Steed, P 2002 Animating Real-Time Game Characters Charles River Media

Journals

Databases and Journals - Video Game Development - Research Guides at University of Michigan Library (umich.edu)

Game Studies - Issue 2001, 2020

DiGRA | Digital Games Research Association

todigra.org/index.php/todigra

Foundations of Digital Games (FDG) Conference Series

Game Design Research Papers - Academia.edu

Games Research Journals | Dr. Rachel Kowert (rkowert.com)

JURN : search millions of free academic articles, chapters and theses

Professional Practice

Carter B, 2004, The Game Asset Pipeline, Independence, Charles River Media

Chandler H, 2008, The Game Production Handbook, Second Edition, Sudbury, Jones & Bartlett Publishers

Clark O, 2014 Games as a service : how free to play design can make better games, Abingdon-on-Thames, Routledge

Cottrell, S, 1993, The Study Skills Handbook, New York, Palgrave Macmillan

Cottrell, S, 2003, Skills for Success: The Personal Development Planning Handbook Guide, New York, Palgrave Macmillan

Covey, S, 2004, 7 Habits of Highly Successful People, London, Simon & Schuster Ltd

Dille F, 2008, The ultimate guide to video game writing and design, Oxford, Lone Eagle Publishing

Drucker, P, 1999, Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Oxford, A Butterworth-Heinemann Title

Kerlow I, 2009, The art of 3-D computer animation and effects (4th ed.), Hoboken, New Jersey, Wiley

"Routledge, C. & Carmichael, J, 2007, Personal Development and Management Skills.

Basic and Key Skills Diagnosis, London, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development"

Journals

Databases and Journals - Video Game Development - Research Guides at University of Michigan Library (umich.edu)

Game Studies - Issue 2001, 2020

DiGRA | Digital Games Research Association

todigra.org/index.php/todigra

Foundations of Digital Games (FDG) Conference Series

Game Design Research Papers - Academia.edu

Games Research Journals | Dr. Rachel Kowert (rkowert.com)

JURN : search millions of free academic articles, chapters and theses

Games Design and Development Project

Amresh A et al, 2010, Unreal Game Development, Natick, A K Peters

Bergman, R and Moore, T. 2000. Managing Interactive Video/multimedia Projects. Prentice Hall

Blackman S, 2011, Beginning 3D Game Development with Unity: All-in-one, multi-platform game development, New York, Apress

Belbin, R. 1995. Team Roles at Work. Butterworth-Heinemann

Clark O, 2014 Games as a service : how free to play design can make better games, Abingdon-on-Thames, Routledge

Creighton R, 2010, Unity 3D Game Development by Example Beginner's Guide, Birmingham, Packet Publishing

Galitz W, 2007, The essential guide to user interface design : an introduction to GUI design principles and techniques (3rd ed.), Hoboken, New Jersey, Wiley

Haywood, M. 1998. Managing Virtual Teams. Artech House

Kremers R. 2009, Level Design: Concept, Theory, and Practice, Natick MA ,AK Peters

McCaffrey M, 2017, Unreal engine VR cookbook: developing virtual reality with UE4, Addison-Wesley

Schell J. 2008, The Art of Game Design: A book of lenses, Burlington MA, Morgan Kaufmann

Spuy R, 2009, Foundation Game Design with Flash (Foundations), Friends of Education

Journals

Databases and Journals - Video Game Development - Research Guides at University of Michigan Library (umich.edu)

Game Studies - Issue 2001, 2020

DiGRA | Digital Games Research Association

todigra.org/index.php/todigra

Foundations of Digital Games (FDG) Conference Series

Game Design Research Papers - Academia.edu

Games Research Journals | Dr. Rachel Kowert (rkowert.com)

JURN : search millions of free academic articles, chapters and theses

Recommendations for reading/watching/listening over the summer
As well as exploring the reading list already introduced here there are many magazines and articles available online that would be worth a look. Its important at HE level and beyond to expand your knowledge using a variety of media sources. Don't just play games, watch films, TV, the news and hone your networking and socialising skills by attending any games related events etc.

Magazines

3D World

3D Artist

Concept Artist

2D Artist

Online

GDC conferences- GDC - YouTube

How CGI Transformed Animated Storytelling · 3dtotal · Learn | Create | Share
Top 30 Animators That Really Know Their Stuff - Sage Animation

The 100 Most Influential Sequences in Animation History (vulture.com)

(45) Pinterest

Top Famous Professional Concept Artists (conceptartempire.com)

The best movie posters of all time (shortlist.com)

The 70 Most Influential Visual Effects Films of All Time · 3dtotal · Learn | Create | Share

10 Of The Best Opening Cutscenes In Gaming (gamerant.com)

Ranked: The 10 Best Gaming Intros Of All Time (thegamer.com)

GDC Vault

120+ Level Design and Game Environment Location Ideas (Updated) (worldofleveldesign.com)

Unreal Engine - YouTube

Student Higlights

One of the major USPS of the course is our links with clients and the amount of live projects we do. Very few games courses in this country can offer you this level of work experience that will add veracity to your CVs, showreels and portfolios. Please take a look at the Games Design for Industry YouTube channel to view many examples of student work that have been done in the past. Please subscribe to the channel if possible as the more subscribers we get the more we can do with it.

Gamedesign4Industry - YouTube

MODULE NAME and NUMBER	SHORT MODULE DESCRIPTOR
TCCG128 Computer Games Studies and Practice	Learners will explore the medium of computer games; an examination of the history of computer games, exploring the relationship with games and wider culture and applying relevant theories to the analysis of specific computer games. Careers within the industry will be explored along with how to apply for jobs and produce industry standard documentation ready for interview.
TCCG129 Pre-Production Design and Computer Game Concept Art	The essence of this module is to develop drawing skills to permit effective communication of the visualisation of imagined characters and locations within the conceptual game world. Skilful execution of these visualisations begins with study and practice of observational and life drawing.
TCCG130 Animation Principles	Learners will gain an understanding of the history of and key developments in animation; developing skills and techniques in traditional and digital animation. Learners will plan and produce 2D and 3D animations for a specified audience.
TCCG131 2D Digital Graphics and Texturing for Computer Games	This module provides knowledge, understanding and practical experience of the tools and techniques of the digital graphics software used to produce images for computer games. It also provides learners with the ability to unwrap basic 3D meshes for application of texture maps. Encouraging learners to express imaginative skills, it is appropriate that some critical self-reflective practice is undertaken.
TCCG132 3D Modelling and Animation for Computer Games	This module provides students with knowledge and understanding of industry-based 3D modelling and animation skills. Students will gain practical experience of key 3D modelling techniques and processes used in the production pipeline along with the ability to work to realistic deadlines as part of a team.
TCCG133 3D Computer Games Engines and Asset Creation	Learners will become familiar with game engine technology, the central piece of software used for the assembly of modern computer games. By building playable games/levels or modifications of existing games, learners will gain an understanding of how a modern computer game is pieced together, integrating 3D environments/assets, cameras, control systems and basic game logic.
TCCG226 Subject Specialism Project	An opportunity for learners to identify a particular area of study, develop a proposal and set specific objectives for investigation. They will apply research skills to the identification and selection of materials and resources, present their results and review and evaluate their work considering the professional context of the work.
TCCG227 3D Cut Sequence Design and Digital Audio for Games	In this module learners will gain knowledge and understanding of how cut scenes (cinematics) are created and used within games. Learners will design and produce appropriate original sounds for their cut scenes and develop their digital editing skills.
TCCG228 3D Character Design and Animation	3D character artists and animators are responsible for the look and feel of a character along with the portrayal of movement and behaviour. It is essential that artists have a good level of knowledge and understanding of anatomy and technical aspects of modelling and sculpting 3D meshes . Students will experiment with character animation skills and techniques using a variety of rigs ready for use in games or animations. Learners should have the ability to develop, produce and reflect upon their own work, giving them the professional skills needed in the games industry.
TCCG229 Level Design and Production for Computer Games	This unit provides an opportunity for students to create a major game going through the whole design pipeline from start to finish. Students will understand how to prepare, design and write games design documentation ready for pitch before going on to produce the game using relevant industry standard software and techniques.
TCCG230 Professional Practice	This unit provides an opportunity for students to investigate their career options, consider how that translates into professional practice for their own work and how to present themselves professionally at interviews. It also incorporates a client or completion-based project to gain experience of typical industry practice and pipelines. Management of their work and time, how to create and organise show reels and portfolios for exhibition and employment will also be covered.
TCCG231 Games Design and Development Project	An opportunity for learners to develop skills in decision making, problem solving and communication, integrated with the skills and knowledge developed in other areas of the course. It requires learners to select, plan, implement and evaluate a project and present the outcomes.

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FdA Games Design for Industry

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