Please ensure Javascript is enabled for purposes of website accessibility

Creative Media Production & Technology – Digital Games Design & Development UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma

Level 3 Diploma

a ps4 controller, headphones, laptop and iphone on a desk

Availability & Details

Digital Games Design and Development - UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma SF1-DGDE3E/C01

Venue
South Downs Campus

Type of study
Vocational

Dates
Academic Year 2026-27 (2 years)

Examination board
University of the Arts London

Apply Now

How to apply

Contact us


Overview

The multidisciplinary nature of this course will allow us to offer you the very best experience when working in this field. You will learn about the games industry from devising a concept to developing a working prototype using industry-standard applications.

The College has invested heavily in both new hardware and software based on the input from industry experts, to ensure you start off right on this exciting course. Over the two years, you will gain both technical and non-technical skills that are highly regarded by the industry.

We will provide you with all the relevant software to enable you to develop and hone your skills outside of the classroom. This will be a fully digital course, utilising a range of different digital resources and submission of assignments.

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language or Mathematics.

The course will cover a mixture of specialist application and industry-specific skills over two years. During the first year, the focus is on the industry skills, Higher Education and industry visits.

Units include:

  • Digital media skills
  • Media campaigns
  • 3D modelling
  • Games engine scripting
  • 3D digital animation
  • Sound and music production for games
  • Working in the creative media industry

Using the latest hardware and software technology, aligned with industry practice in games development, you will have the opportunity to acquire real-world skills and experience in this emerging industry. You will be using software from Adobe Creative Cloud, Logic Pro X, Unreal Engine, Game Maker and VR applications.

The course will include a variety of teaching methods using online digital resources, with learners developing a range of portfolios in various different formats. Where appropriate, guest speakers and industry experts will be invited in to provide insight into games development.

Assessments will largely be project-based, leading to a collaborative project at the end of each year.

After successfully completing this subject, learners could progress onto a university degree, Level 4 Apprenticeship in Games Development or other relevant industries.

We have good links with Portsmouth University, Chichester University and local employers in the gaming industry.


I would say it’s a college that really balances academia with fun, there is lots of extra-curricular stuff that you can get involved in. It has a really good work/life balance.

Laura Hagedorn, A Level student

My experience at the College was great, it’s very different to school, and I think it’s a good step to going to university. The support was amazing, I loved all of my teachers, they helped me through everything. The College is friendly and you will succeed.

Heidi Adamson Brattland, A Level student

I’m really happy and pleased with my grades. I really loved my time at the college, I have also made lots of friends, it’s a really nice place to be, I don’t want to leave.

Lauren Piper, A Level student