Overview
Step into the world of animation and game design with this Creative Computing course. Focused on both 3D and 2D modelling and animation techniques, you’ll learn how to create dynamic characters, immersive environments, engaging narratives and striking visual assets for games, interactive media and beyond. This course blends practical skills with theoretical knowledge, giving you the foundation to progress into advanced study in 3D Computer Animation, Games Development, and related creative technologies.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 6.
Minimum entry requirements
- Three National 5 qualifications at Grade C or above including English and an Arts or STEM based subject; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you can find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject area or we'll make an offer based on your application form.
What you study
- 3D Computer Animation.
- 2D Computer Animation.
- 3D Computer Modelling (Character and Environment).
- Still Image Acquisition (Bitmap and Vector).
- Developmental Drawing.
- Audio/Video Acquisition and Editing.
- Creating Media Assets.
- Narrative Development.
After the course
Junior-level posts in industry.
Continuing Study
Successful students can apply for higher-level full-time courses, such as HN 3D Computer Animation or Computer Games Development.
Materials
All computer based classes are taught in our industry standard labs. Students will be required to have sketchbooks for drawing classes.