Games Development Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Full-time
Course Overview
Games Development Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) Full-time
The Higher National Certificate in Game Development equips students with essential skills and knowledge in game design and development. This program covers core game development concepts, practical skills through research, and workplace scenarios. It fosters communication, teamwork, and analytical abilities, preparing students for further education or employment in the gaming industry. This course provides a strong foundation for future career prospects in game development.
Located at: SciTech Digital Innovation Hub
Course Start: September 2025
Course length: 1 Years
Study Mode: Full-time
Course Code: HGAMEHNC
UCAS Course Code: GDEC
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Course Fees and Funding
How much does the course cost?
Course fees: £6,995* per year for those that enrol in September 2025 (*subject to approval from the Office for Students).
Other funding information
As a Higher Education student living in England you may be eligible for the non-means tested Tuition Fee Loan from the Government and a Maintenance Loan.
Students with children or dependant adults may qualify for a Childcare Grant or Adult Dependants' Grant. Students can apply for these at the same time as applying for a Maintenance Loan.
Remember: Eligible students will not have to pay tuition fees in advance and can apply for the Maintenance Loan before they start the course.
Visit the Student Finance page on the Government website for further details and to apply.
We offer a service to any student who has a diagnosis of anything persistent or long-term which might interfere with how they study and manage their day-to-day academic engagement. The service is flexible and shaped around the needs of each individual; it might be consistent support or intermittent support.
For further information please visit the Disability and Dyslexia Service (DDS) web page for more information.
Course Content
Other Resources
For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk
Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.
Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.
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The course information on this page was last updated 05 March 2025.
