Understanding the Computer Games Industry

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

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Unit Learning Outcomes

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1. — Understand different jobs within the games industry.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Identify different types of jobs available in the games industry with real-world examples.

  • 1.2.

    Identify skills and experience needed for one of the jobs identified.

2. — Understand the games industry.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Research the main processes to develop a successful game, supporting choices with real world examples.

  • 2.2.

    Analyse the PC and console market and how it could influence games development.

3. — Be able to evaluate the importance of new technologies for the future of video games.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Explain the importance of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality technology for the future of video games.

  • 3.2.

    Analyse a mainstream trend in the use of new technologies, to evaluate its influence on the videogame industry.