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HNC Creative Media Production (Game Development) at London South Bank University

London South Bank University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A one-year Level 4 qualification in Game Development, co-developed with LSBU and employers and delivered at London South Bank Technical College, for students aiming at careers in game design, animation or VFX. It provides a route into higher education, including direct entry to the second year of some LSBU bachelor's degrees.

Faculty: School of Arts and Creative Industries  |  Department: Arts and Media  |  Duration: 1 year full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The Higher National Certificate is structured through projects exploring fundamental skills, with in-depth practice in Game Design, 2D and 3D Modelling and Animation, Game Development Practices and VFX, plus creative media practice, professional practice and an individual project.

Career pathways

Roles include games, web or mobile application designer/developer, animator, software designer/developer, UI/UX designer, product designer and AR/VR developer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

5 GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 (including Maths and English), or A-Levels plus GCSE Maths and English, or a relevant Level 3 vocational or Access to Higher Education qualification in a creative industry discipline. Non-native English speakers: IELTS 5.5 equivalent, with Reading and Writing at 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time Year 1 tuition fee for 2026/27 entry Source

Intake: September

Duration: 1 year full-time

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