Our brand-new Digital Games Development programme is perfect for learners who:
• Enjoy gaming and want to go further
• Like being creative and imaginative
• Are interested in technology or design
• Want a career in the games or digital media industry
You’ll discover how your favourite games are created, build practical skills, boost creativity, and prepare for a future in the gaming and tech industries.
Learn by Doing
You won’t just learn theory. You will:
• Create your own games
• Work on group projects
• Build a portfolio for university or jobs
• Use industry-style software
By the end of the course, you’ll have a strong technical skillset and a portfolio ready for university, apprenticeships or employment.
Why study Digital Games Development at Sandwell College?
The UK creative industries are one of the fastest-growing sectors in the economy.
The West Midlands is home to one of the largest video game clusters outside London, often referred to as Silicon Spa, with a significant proportion of the UK’s video game development output.
Major companies in the region include:
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Codemasters
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Ubisoft Leamington
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Xbox Game Studios
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Playground Games
This course positions you right at the heart of that opportunity.
