Computer Game Development
Why choose Computer Game Development?
This is one of the fastest growing industries within digital technology. If you have an interest in computer games and can see yourself designing the games of the future, studying Computer Game Development at Glyndŵr University is an ideal choice for you.
You will learn how to develop game narratives and strong gaming characters, animate characters, use audio technologies to bring your games to life and how to devise multi-player games. You will also learn how to apply your skills to producing a range of digital products outside of the gaming industry.
Studying this pathway of Computing, you will develop a number of practical skills which are useful in any field of business, such as how to use information technology effectively as well as developing your knowledge of specialised software relevant to Computer Game Development. You will also learn how to research, analyse and present your ideas. As you progress through the course you will gain skills that will prove invaluable in any future working environment including self-motivation, time management, problem solving and project management.
Special features
- Extensive PC and networked computer facilities are available to you with Internet access throughout the campus.
- Glyndŵr University has a specialist computer laboratory dedicated to computer games application and multimedia systems development.
- You will also have use of a specialist IT design technology facility located within the University’s North Wales School of Art & Design.
- This course responds to identified skills gaps and needs by providing you with the critical understanding, knowledge and skills needed for successful employment.
- You will have the use of various hardware and software technologies relating to human computer interaction where you can develop intelligent interfaces for games with particular emphasis on products for people with physical disabilities or learning difficulties.
- This course is designed to give you a broad range of skills and knowledge needed for employment in the digital media industries.
- Personal Development Planning is integrated throughout the course to develop the skills framework necessary for effective personal, academic and career management.
Career opportunities
Gaming and entertainment development, is a fast growing sector and employment prospects are strong in traditional and new high technology companies in the public and private sectors. Additionally, many mainstream computing areas such as IT support and IT consultancy and Internet applications and e-commerce applications provide career paths for graduates of this course.
Graduates can expect to work as independent consultants or in teams with other computer, multimedia and creative industries professionals to build and support development of modern games and similar digital media products.
Employers expect graduates to have a wide range of skills in addition to technical competence and skills such as good oral and written communication, the ability to work in teams and an understanding of the industry. We are committed to enhancing the employability of our graduates and have incorporated material into the course that gives you the opportunity to gain the transferable skills that employers look for in addition to academic achievement.
