Games Development - Level 2

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Length 1 year
Study Full-Time
Location Rye Hill Campus

Qualification Gained

OCR Level 2 Diploma in IT

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Are you into games, tech, or esports? Want to be part of one of the world’s fastest-growing industries? Our exciting and hands-on Level 3 course in Games Development is the perfect way to kickstart your digital career.

You’ll dive into the world of games design, online gaming and IT, building practical skills through creative projects and real-world scenarios. From planning and designing your own game ideas to exploring how tech supports businesses behind the scenes, this course will give you a solid foundation in both the creative and technical sides of the digital world.

But it’s not just about tech. You’ll also build key soft skills employers tell us they're looking for, like teamwork, problem-solving and communication.

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Kieron West

FdA Games Technologies

"At Newcastle College University Centre, I've been able to use 3D modelling, animation, games design and programming technologies - where else offers all that with personally tailored guidance from industry-experienced tutors from the get-go? It's a real win-win!"

Murray Lambert

Programme Lead - Computing

"I enjoy delivering technical modules with a practical outcome. I get to use my experience working on industry projects to help students develop their skills in 3D modelling, texturing and animation. It's very rewarding to see students bring their own ideas to life, from a simple concept all the way to a character they can move around in a game."

Daily tasks:

Ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation.
Prioritises and schedules major IT/telecommunications projects.
Considers the required IT/telecommunications staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy.
Develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT/telecommunications to deliver agreed service levels.
Directs the implementation within the organisation of IT/telecommunications strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards.
Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT/telecommunications strategy of the organisation.

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Median Salary

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Daily tasks:

Writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.
Plans and maintains database structures.
Implements and evaluates the software.
Writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development).
Tests and corrects software programs.
Develops user interfaces.
Writes and codes individual programs according to specifications.
Undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions.
Examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs.

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Information technology and telecommunications directors

Daily tasks:

Ensures that new technologies are researched and evaluated in the light of the organisation.
Prioritises and schedules major IT/telecommunications projects.
Considers the required IT/telecommunications staffing levels, oversees recruitment and appointment of staff and directs training policy.
Develops the periodic business plan and operational budget for IT/telecommunications to deliver agreed service levels.
Directs the implementation within the organisation of IT/telecommunications strategy, infrastructure, procurement, procedures and standards.
Develops in consultation with other senior management the IT/telecommunications strategy of the organisation.

Median Salary

£73,040 View more

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Programmers and software development professionals

Daily tasks:

Writes operational documentation and provides subsequent support and training for users.
Plans and maintains database structures.
Implements and evaluates the software.
Writes code for specialist programming for computer games, (for example, artificial intelligence, 3D engine development).
Tests and corrects software programs.
Develops user interfaces.
Writes and codes individual programs according to specifications.
Undertakes feasibility study to design software solutions.
Examines existing software and determines requirements for new/modified systems in the light of business needs.

Median Salary

£46,711 View more

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Newcastle College Students Make it to the Final of the BAFTA Young Game Designers Awards

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