Level 2

Games Design, Animation and VFX Level 2

This course is a UAL Diploma in Games design, Animation & VFX. This full-time, one-year creative media course will give you the opportunity to work on interesting and diverse projects whilst gaining a valid understanding…

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This course is a UAL Diploma in Games design, Animation & VFX.

This full-time, one-year creative media course will give you the opportunity to work on interesting and diverse projects whilst gaining a valid understanding of the subject.

You will experiment with your ideas, and look at the work of media practitioners in a variety of disciplines such as visual FX, digital graphics, animation, web and game design.

You will produce a final piece of work at the end to bring together everything that you have learnt.

Many of our students go on to the Level 3 Games Design, Animation & VFX and then on to university or our Games Design, Animation and VFX Level 4 / Level 5.

Find out more about our A Level pathways and how to apply

This Games Design and Animation course is for young people aged 16-18 and adults aged 19 and over who are interested in digital art (2D, 3D), such as games design and animation, sound, visual effects. It’s appropriate for those possessing minimal experience within the subject area

On this course, you will learn basic and creative skills in digital media and research into a range of media practitioners.

You will have the opportunity to work on a personal project and showcase your newly developed skills within the subject.

The course will feature modules on game design, animation, 2D or 3D digital art and sound. We will help you to develop your English and Maths skills as well as your skills in digital media production.

4 x GCSEs at 3 or above including maths and/or English or equivalent or a Level 1 qualification in a relevant subject.

We will invite you to a Course information meeting event where you will receive information, advice, and guidance about the course you have applied for. This will be an opportunity for you to gain valuable information about the course and give you the opportunity to ask any questions you may have.

You will provide a copy of your last school report and / or a reference from an employer or relevant professional other. This is to ensure we can support you to be able to achieve well on the course.

We are firmly committed to finding the right course for you to ensure you can flourish. Talk to us today if you have any concerns about the application process, we are here to help take you to the next level.

After successfully completing this course, you can move on to a range of subject areas.

The most common progression from the Level 2 Diploma is onto one of our creative Level 3 programmes such as Games Design, Animation and VFX, Graphic Design and Photography.

After our Level 3 programmes, a typical pathway is university or Games design, Animation and VFX HNC / HND

  • our popular Level 4 and Level 5 programmes.

The only requirement we ask is for you to bring in a USB headset, but if you are on a limited income, you may be eligible to receive help with these costs from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.

How to apply?

Your admissions journey will follow a number of straightforward steps and will likely follow a similar format to the steps outlined on our ‘How to Apply‘ page.

For 16-18 courses, places will be offered for a specific course of study at City of Bristol College, subject to the applicant meeting all course entry criteria.

What support is available to me as a student?

You’ll have our support for every step of your studies. We’re here to help make sure you get the support that you need to succeed.

  • Careers Advice
  • Learning Support
  • Students in Care
  • Fees & Financial Support
  • Mental Health Support
  • Academic and Personal Support
What facilities will I have access to as a student here?

From state-of-the-art engineering, construction and motor vehicle centres to welcoming spaces for A Levels, technical and vocational courses, our facilities are designed to support students in developing the skills, knowledge and experience they need for their future.

Explore our centres, as well as our training restaurants and salons, where students can put their learning into practice in professional environments.

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