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If you are thinking of one of the many related careers in Computing from Network Engineer, Graphics Design to Games Development, you will be interested in this course. This qualification is for anyone in S3 who would like to study an introductory course in Computing.

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Course Summary

Course Summary

Content:

  • Introduction to Graphics and Media Design
  • Introduction to Games Development
  • Introduction to Computer Hardware, Software & Networking

Technical: Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Networking
Creative: Graphics and Media Design, Games Development
Transferrable: Technical skills, research skills, self-reflection, individual and group work, planning and evaluation
Engagement with local industry: Guest speakers

Framework: SCQF Level 4 – 5 units, 5 SQA credits in total

NPA Computer Games Development:

  • Computer Games: Design
  • Computer Games: Media Assets
  • Computer Games: Development

Additional Units:

  • Setting Up a Computer
  • Computer Hardware and Systems
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Progression

Progression

  • Foundation Apprenticeship and Academy Courses while in S5 and S6 at school to gain recognised computing qualifications.
  • Further study at the college leading onto a Degree course. For example, enter onto our NQ/NC Interactive Media & Computing course and further progress onto HNC level. With 1 Higher/NC/NQ – enter onto our HNC Computing OR HNC Digital Design courses. Options to further progress onto various Degree courses exist.
  • Modern Apprenticeship
  • Employment
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Course Information

Course Information

  • Place of Study
    Shetland UHI, Lerwick Campus, Gremista
  • Course Time
    Alternate Fridays over 18 months, 9.00am - 3.30pm (approx)
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Information for Applicants

Information for Applicants

You will be asked to attend an interview as part of the application process.

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