Video Game Design Courses In South Africa

Higher Certificate in Game Design & Production

Overview

Course Overview

The Higher Certificate in Game Design and Production has been structured to develop knowledge and competence in game design and production for candidates aspiring to enter into careers in this industry. The curriculum has been contextualised as a foundational qualification, aiming to contribute to the growth, quality, competitiveness of game production on the African continent and insight into employment opportunities with the SA gaming industry.

Course Aims

This programme provides an appropriate balance between academic rigour and practical skills, exposing students to academic and practical skills with a strong focus on technology and creativity generally expected and required in this industry. Graduates will be able to gain employment in the industry and will also be able to access further studies at NQF 6 or may apply for entry into a degree programme in relevant fields.

QUALIFICATION
Higher Certificate in Game Design & Production
DURATION: 1 Year, Programmes start in February & July; NQF Level 5

Cape Town
Johannesburg

Skills

You will Learn:

Game Design
Scripting
Production
Storyboarding Theory
Ability to systematically utilise production methods and processes
Effective oral and written communications skills
Basic research skills and abilities
Professional attitudes
Effective teamwork
Creative expression

Careers

Career Options:

Technical artist
Games developer
Story Writer (games)
Game World Editor
Digital media producer

Modules

SEMESTER 1 - YEAR 1
Media Studies Introduction	Academic Literacy	Game Studies 1: Storytelling	Digital Imaging
Scripting 1: Introduction	UI Design	Game Production 1	Asset Design
Creative Project
SEMESTER 2 - YEAR 1
Game Studies 2: Game Theory	Scripting 2	Game Production 2

Modules & Module Content Subject to Change.

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Entry requirements

Basic Entry Requirements

A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent academic learning of an NQF 4 qualification or higher, with university exemption/endorsement.
Computer literacy.
Adequate hearing abilities & adequately sighted.

English Language Proficiency

Successful applicants for all courses must be proficient in written and spoken English.

In case of TOEFL or IELTS testing, students must score:

6.0 on IELTS
550 on TOEFL (paper-based)
213 on TOEFL (computer-based)
79 (Internet based)

If an applicant is a native English speaker or has studied in the medium of English on a secondary or post-secondary level, then the English language test requirement may be waived.

Fees and Payments

Fees: View our current Fee Schedule for information on our course fees.