Course details
The games industry is one of the largest in the world – currently outgrossing the music and film industry in the UK. This course is aimed at computer games enthusiasts who are interested in pursuing a career in the computer games industry. Students will be introduced to the fundamentals of computer game development and will also learn how ideas can be transformed and conveyed through computer graphics and storyboarding techniques.
Entry Requirements
- Leaving Certificate (5 passes)
- Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
- Applicants of mature years will be considered on their merits
Course Outline
- Object Oriented Programming
- Software Architecture
- Programming & Design Principles
- Games Analysis & Design
- 3D Computer Graphics
- Computer Graphics
- Mathematics
- Drawing
- Communications
- Work Experience
Progression
- Students may apply for a place in the following Institutions through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
- Progression: UCC
- Students with appropriate FETAC qualifications can be admitted on a competitive basis to UCC for entry to the following degree programme:
- CK401 BSc Computer Science
Course Location
About St. John's Central College
The College aims to provide a wide range of Further Education opportunities working from a strong base of creative, vocational and work oriented courses, with a commitment to excellence in teaching, learning and training, responding to local, national and European needs. We hope to achieve this by working in partnership, in a stimulating and supportive learning environment, to enable all to develop their full potential for life and work.
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