Game Development
- HNC
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Awarded by:
- Pearson Education Ltd
Course summary
Step into the world of game creation with the Pearson BTEC Level 4 HNC in Game Development. Designed for aspiring designers, programmers, artists and technical developers, this hands-on programme gives you the skills to turn ideas into playable realities. Over the course of the year, you’ll dive into the complete game development pipeline - from shaping original concepts and building gameplay mechanics to prototyping, testing and refining your own playable game experience. Whether you dream of designing immersive worlds or coding the next big hit, this course is your launchpad into the games industry.
Modules
Modules may include:
- Introduction to Game Design
- Game Programming Fundamentals
- Game Art & Asset Creation
- Level Design and World Building
- Professional Practice for the Games Industry
- Game Project Management
- Prototyping & Playtesting
- Game Production Project
Assessment method
Assessment is project-based and reflects industry practice, evaluating your contextual knowledge, ideas generation and development, technical knowledge and skills, professional practice and communication. You will produce playable prototypes, design documentation, concept art and assets, production logs, testing evidence, as well as pitches and presentations.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- 4404
- Institution code:
- B01
- Campus name:
- Boston Campus (Rochford)
- Campus Code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff80 points
To study the Game Development HNC Level 4 you will need:
An MMM profile at Level 3 in a related subject (Creative Media, Art & Design, Computing, Digital Games), or an Access to Higher Education qualification, or A‑Level equivalent (minimum 80 new UCAS points).
GCSE English and Maths at grade 4 (C) or above, or Functional Skills Level 2, and/or IELTS 6 for non‑native speakers.
Relevant creative or technical experience and a portfolio will also be considered.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
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Fees and funding
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