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Diploma of Computing in Games Development and Coding
- Barry, United Kingdom
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A two-year computing diploma with games development and coding, offered at two campuses.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in Computing in Games Development and Coding. Apply skills related to Two-year BTEC Extended Diploma
- equal to three A Levels
- Year 1 units include principles of computer science and programming. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Computing or IT degree study
- Employment in the digital industry
- BSc (Hons) Cyber Security at CAVC
Curriculum
- Two-year BTEC Extended Diploma
- equal to three A Levels. Year 1 units include principles of computer science and programming
- computer games development
- IT systems security and encryption
- and mobile applications development. Year 2 covers software design and development
- a project
- computer networking
- managing computing projects and website development.
Entry requirements
Academic
- You’ll need: 5 GCSEs at grades A*–C
- Or a Level 2 IT Diploma with a Merit or higher Grade C or above in GCSE English or Welsh
- Or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 2 Communication Grade C or above in GCSE Maths
- Or a Pass in Essential Skills Level 2 Numeracy
Accepted academic background
5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or Level 2 Diploma (Pass/Merit), GCSE English/Welsh and Maths grade C or Essential Skills Level 2
Language tests
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Secondary School Completion Evidence
How to apply
- Review the Computing in Games Development and Coding admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £9,433 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Barry Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Department | Academic Unit Not Confirmed |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 |
| Scholarship note | _ |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
216 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £9,433 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS Academic 5.5.

