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Welcome to our Skills Bootcamp: Your Path to a Fully Funded Games Development Career!

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Comprehensive Curriculum

Our bootcamp offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the key aspects of games development, including game design, programming languages, game engines, 3D modeling, and more. We believe in providing a well-rounded education that prepares you for the exciting challenges of creating immersive gaming experiences.

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Expert Instructors

Learn from industry professionals who are passionate about games development and have hands-on experience in the field. Our instructors will guide you through the intricacies of game design principles, programming techniques, and game art, ensuring you gain a deep understanding of the craft.

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Hands-on Projects

We believe in learning by doing. Throughout the bootcamp, you'll work on hands-on projects that allow you to apply your skills and creativity to develop your own games. From concept creation to prototyping and iteration, these projects will help you build a robust portfolio that showcases your abilities to potential employers.

Start Dates

Late November, May and September

Length

12 or 16 weeks

Times

Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 4:30pm

Cost

Fully Funded

Entry Requirements

Live in England
Over the age of 19
Have the right to work in the UK
Are a UK Citizen, on a spouse visa or Indefinite Leave to Remain
Degree in Computer Science or a Mathematics related subhect

Nice to Have

Problem solving mindset
Problem solving and tenacious attitude

Weeks 1 - 4

Phase 1 consists of soft skills essential to the industry; Presentations, Team Work and Problem Solving. The top skills companies require alongside development skills. You’ll also start getting to grips with C++, the coding language used in industry. Knowing how to present your projects, how to demonstrate your work, working effectively in a team and being able to problem rank highly on the list of skills Games companies look for during the hiring process.

Weeks 5 - 9

Phase 2 consists of Unreal Engine, the most used platform in industry. You’ll learn Meshes & Materials, Landscaping, Blueprints, Player Controls and Physics in C++. You’ll work in teams throughout the bootcamp, honing your teamworking, agile development, code reviews and presentation skills. Building a portfolio is essential to finding your first job and this all starts in phase 2.

Weeks 10 - 16

Phase 3 consists of more Unreal Engine and C++ with UI/UX Design, Maintenance and Bug Fixes, all whilst building your portfolio and working in teams. Phase 3 is the beginning of you preparing to find your first job, with CV and Portfolio workshops, interview preparation and coding challenges.

Why Choose Our Fully Funded Games Development Skills Bootcamp?

Our fully funded games development skills bootcamp is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed to thrive in the dynamic world of game design and development. Whether you're a beginner with a creative spark or an experienced programmer looking to specialize in games, our program is tailored to meet your needs.

Our bootcamp offers a comprehensive curriculum that covers the key aspects of games development, including game design, programming languages, game engines, 3D modeling, and more. We believe in providing a well-rounded education that prepares you for the exciting challenges of creating immersive gaming experiences.

Learn from industry professionals who are passionate about games development and have hands-on experience in the field. Our instructors will guide you through the intricacies of game design principles, programming techniques, and game art, ensuring you gain a deep understanding of the craft.

We believe in learning by doing. Throughout the bootcamp, you'll work on hands-on projects that allow you to apply your skills and creativity to develop your own games. From concept creation to prototyping and iteration, these projects will help you build a robust portfolio that showcases your abilities to potential employers.

Join a community of aspiring game developers and collaborate with like-minded individuals who share your passion for gaming. Our bootcamp fosters a collaborative learning environment where you can share ideas, receive feedback, and collaborate on game development projects. This collaborative experience mirrors the teamwork required in the industry.

The best part is, our bootcamp is fully funded! We believe that financial constraints should never stand in the way of pursuing your dreams. Our program is made possible through partnerships with industry-leading organizations and grants, allowing you to focus on learning without worrying about tuition fees.

Our commitment to your success extends beyond the bootcamp. We provide job placement assistance, including portfolio reviews, interview preparation, and connections to our extensive network of hiring partners in the games industry. We're dedicated to helping you launch a successful career in games development.

Online Learning Done Right

Our live, instructor led online course has been designed with students in mind. Course instructors and your peers are just a Slack message away whenever you need extra help, so your learning doesn't stop.

Instructors

An experienced industry expert will lead the curriculum and live online lessons via our learning environment.

Coordinators

Our Coordinators ensure your experience is a positive one. Got questions? Need finance advice? They'll guide you.

Career Coaches

You’ll have access to expert career coaches, whom you'll work with until you start your first job.

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Meet the Team

Neil Bizzell

Neil Bizzell
Director of Education

Neil has extensive experience in industry and as a computer science teacher. he is responsble for developing our strategy, leading curriculum design, hiring awesome instructors and leading the instructor team. He also delivers training on several of our courses.

Quote:'The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails.' –John C. Maxwell

Colin Smith

Colin Smith
Director of Development

Colin has more than 20 years of extensive experience in the software development industry. He is responsible for the developer works, ensuring that staff are mentored and quality are paramount. He has also designed some of content of some of our courses.

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Vincent Greene

Vincent Greene
Instructor

Vincent was the first of our graduates to be hired by the Developer Academy and brought into the role of teaching. Working with our team since has offered an opportunity to hone a huge range of skills from Web Development, Team Management, Data Science, to whatever the next project we plan on tackling; always up for the next challenge.

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