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Diploma of Computer Games Development

Edinburgh College

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Two-year HND in games development at Granton Campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop technical understanding of Computer Games Development
Practise problem solving and analytical methods
And apply relevant tools to subject-specific projects and assignments.

Career outcomes

Games developer
Employment in the computer games industry

Curriculum

Two-year HND. Year one: game technology
Structured programming for games
Teamwork
Project management for IT
2D animation
3D level editing
Interface design
Mathematics and graphics. Year two: 3D modelling and animation
Object-oriented programming for games
Game scripting
Web development and abstract data structures.

Entry requirements

Academic

Three Highers at C including Mathematics and another numerate subject
Or an SCQF Level 6 pass with good Mathematics (may be tested at interview).

Accepted academic background

12 years of school education with satisfactory results in relevant subjects, Non-UK qualification equivalent to at least SCQF level 6, Online interview, Portfolio/audition for creative courses.

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 (ideally no component below 5.0)

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
English Language Evidence (if applicable).

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements and the English test requirement on the course page and the international pages. Complete the online International Student Application Form. Upload qualifications
Passport
Current UK visa if any
SELT certificate and personal statement. Attend the Admissions and Visa Interview on Zoom if invited. Receive the Conditional Offer
Return the Course Acceptance Form and pay the deposit
Typically 100% of the course fee. HND students needing a two-year visa may pay both years upfront
Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Receive pre-arrival information (accommodation
Airport pick-up
Induction).

Other costs

Tuition per year	£8,736 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£10,539 GBP

Program details

Campus	Granton Campus
Faculty or school	Construction and Engineering
Department	Department of Computer Games Development
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
213 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.