If you are a computer games enthusiast, interested in games design and analysis and would like to pursue a career in the exciting and expanding games development industry, then this course is for you.
This course introduces you to software such as Maya for 3D modelling, Photoshop and Unity 3D that enables the production of game content.
You will develop the fundamental digital and transferable skills to allow you to progress to further and higher Above all, the ethos of this course is to learn by practicing and enhancing your skills week by week.
Successful graduates have progressed onto the Higher National Diploma in Advanced Game Production and Design (DGH) here at BCFE.
| College | City of Dublin FET College Ballyfermot |
| Course ID | 203181 |
| Course Location | Ballyfermot, Dublin |
| Location Postcode | Dublin 10 |
| Course Type | Classroom Based |
| Course Qualification | Level 5 Certificate |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| Awarding Body Details | QQI Level 5 Certificate in Creative Media |
| Course Start Date | 16th September 2026 |
| Course End Date | 28th May 2027 |
| Course Duration | 1 Year |
| Course Fee | €100 |
| Entry Requirements | Standard minimum entry requirements for all courses in this college Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+) CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 and Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English. Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees. Please refer to Information for international students. A PPS number is required for registration. Please refer to How to get a Personal Public Service (PPS) Number. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+) Minimum entry requirements for all level 5 courses QQI Level 4 award or equivalent Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or a relevant QQI Level 4 certificate In addition to the Entry Requirements, for this course you will also need to provide evidence of good computer literacy and a knowledge of computer game styles at an interview. |
| Career Path | Graduates with a merit profile can automatically progress to the Advanced Games Production & Design Level 6 (DGH) Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution). |
| Course Code | DLO |
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