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Diploma in Creative Computing and Esports
Pathway to a career in the gaming industry
Overview
The Diploma in Creative Computing and Esports is designed to open doors to higher education and exciting career opportunities in the rapidly evolving fields of creative computing and esports. Whether you are looking to change careers, return to education after a break, or simply pursue your passion, this diploma provides a comprehensive foundation to help you achieve your goals.
This course offers a unique blend of technical skills and creative exploration, preparing you for a wide range of degree courses and careers. It is specifically tailored to support learners from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to succeed, regardless of previous educational experiences.
Course Units
Group A (30 credits from the following units)
Creative Computing
- 3D Modelling (6 credits)
- Computer Game Creation and Design (3 credits)
- Creating a Virtual Reality (VR) Demo/Prototype (3 credits)
- Creating Video Streaming Content (3 credits)
- Creation of a 3D Animation Scene (3 credits)
- Developing a Professional Portfolio in Creative Media (3 credits)
- Digital Art in Media (3 credits)
- Game Production using a Game Engine (3 credits)
- Storytelling for a Creative Computing Project (3 credits)
- Understanding Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) (3 credits)
Esports
- Ethics and Legislation in Esports (3 credits)
- Planning an Esports Event (3 credits)
- Shoutcasting in Esports (3 credits)
- The Origin of Esports and Careers in the Industry (3 credits)
- Understanding Esports Strategies (3 credits)
- Using Social Media to Market Esports (3 credits)
Group B (up to 21 credits)
Computing
- Applied Digital Forensics (3 credits)
- Computer Architecture (3 credits)
- Computer Networks and Data Communications (6 credits)
- Designing and Building a Multiple Page Websites (6 credits)
- Human Computer Interactions and User Experience (UX) (6 credits)
- Introduction to Programming (6 credits)
- IT Business Solutions (3 credits)
- IT System Security (3 credits)
- Operating Systems and System Tools (3 credits)
Group C (6 credits)
- Independent Academic Study (Creative Computing & Esports)
Group D (up to 15 credits)
Study Skills
- Academic Communication Skills (3 credits)
- Critical Thinking (3 credits)
- Data Analysis using IT (3 credits)
- Giving a Presentation to an Audience (3 credits)
- Skills for Study: Essay Writing (3 credits)
- Skills for Study: Research (3 credits)
- Skills for Study: Writing (3 credits)
Entry Requirements
- You must be at least 18 years old (17 years old if study 100% online).
- You must have a Level 2 in Maths and English [GCSE at grade 4 (GCSE Grade C) or above]
- If your first language is not English you will need an IELTS score of 5.5 or higher.
Duration
- Full-time in Reading, UK: 6 months
- Full-time Online: 9 months
- Part-time online: 18-24 months
- Hybrid: 3 months online + 6 months in Reading, UK
Degree Progression
The progression routes from this Diploma could include, but are not limited to, degrees in a variety of creative computing and esports courses; creative computing, creative technologies, creative media, digital media development, esports business and digital media, esports business and events management, esports coaching and management, games development/design, information technology, information systems, international esports business, etc.