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"A genuinely wholesome experience...the environment was so positive everyone felt motivated going through it."
Josh Baker
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"It has been incredible learning opportunity across the board, from the tutors, Q&As and writing."
Peter Nelson
Skills Bootcamp in the Gaming Industry Participant
"The bootcamp was an awesome opportunity to meet passionate people working in video games, learn about different disciplines and career paths".
Martyna Tomaszewska
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"The guest professionals have made a huge impact on the way I have written my CV and interview confidence".
Theo Ellard
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"A good opportunity to learn more about the games industry, different jobs within the industry and have access to developers and other industry professionals."
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Get started in games, tech and digital - no experience necessary!

 

If you love gaming, this course can help you turn that interest into a career

'Game Skills | Digital Futures' is a six-week, part time Skills Bootcamp for people who enjoy playing games and want to explore how their skills could lead to work in the games or wider digital industries.

Games are about creativity, problem-solving and collaboration; all valuable skills in tech, digital marketing, design and more This course, developed with top UK games studios, gives you a first look at game design, development and production. You'll also get a taste of what working in the industry feels like. 

This course is fully funded by the UK government and completely free if you're applying on your own (not through an employer)
 

what you'll get from the free bootcamp

 

  • Work on real studio briefs - build games and digital content using real-world challenges 
  • Create portfolio pieces - produce examples of work you can show to future employers 
  • Get a guaranteed interview - meet employers in the games and digital industries
  • Build confidence - develop the exact skills studios actually look for
  • Get 1-to-1 support - from mentors who know the industry
  • Earn a Skills Bootcamp certificate - let future employers know about your achievement 
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Course Outline

Week 1&2
Inside the Games World
An introduction into the Video Games Industry, covering types of companies, key commercial relationships and the basics of developing and delivering a game from scratch. We'll give you an AI-driven assessment of your game skills and an understanding of the power of your in-game skills out of game.
Week 3&4
Breaking Games, Building Skills
An introduction to Quality Assurance, including principles of quality testing, bug tracking and reporting. We’ll introduce you to marketing in the games industry, other creative and digital industries and some basics in business management.
Week 5&6
Level Up Your Career
How to make yourself stand out in the games and digital marketplace, create a top-class portfolio, CV and profile on LinkedIn. You’ll create and make presentations in response to briefs set by some of the country’s leading, up and coming games studios and hear from professionals in the tech and other industries where game-based skills are in demand - from cybersecurity and digital marketing to the public services and creative tech.

Course Timetable Overview

Core Bootcamp Sessions
Two evenings per week, 18:00 - 20:00
Live, online workshops led by professionals from the games and other digital industries, focused on exploring games, job roles and featuring essential career development topics.
Technical Skills Session
Twilight, 20:00 - 22:00
Monday - Thursday
Optional open learning time hosted on Discord, offering you the chance to learn technical skills in software, workplace and productivity technology.
Studio Work Experience Projects
Saturdays, 11:00 - 17:00
Collaborative, hands-on projects where you will work in teams to complete tasks set by games studios and other digital industry companies, have the chance to develop your work-ready talent and put to work some of the skills you’ve acquired from the course.
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ELIGIBILITY

  • Age Requirement: Must be aged 19 years or over.
  • Location: All learners must live in Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire.
  • Employment Status: Open to unemployed and self-employed individuals, those employed with support of their employer (employer contribution required), and those employed without support from their current employer (no employer contribution required).
  • Funding: The Bootcamp is funded by the UK Government, part of the Skills for Life programme.
 

PROGRAMME OUTCOMES

  • Self-employed participants will gain the skills they need to explore and seize new opportunities to grow their business.
  • Employed participants (with employer support) can expect either a new role or expanded responsibilities in their current role where their newly acquired skills will be put to use
  • Employed participants (without employer support) are guaranteed an interview with an employer that is looking to recruit for a role where their new skills are required.
  • Unemployed participants are also guaranteed an interview with a potential employer where their newly developed skills will be used.
 

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need any experience? - No, the course is designed for beginners.
  • Do I need a gaming PC or special software? - No, you just need a basic laptop or computer. We'll provide access to everything else. 
  • Is the course really free? - Yes, it is fully funded by the department for Education, so there is no cost to you. 
  • How much time do I need to commit? - It runs part time online over 6 weeks. 
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"The change to connect with professionals in the industry was invaluable, and I appreciate the effort put into creating a supportive and collaborative environment for all participants."
Ufuoma Aluya
Skills Bootcamp in the Gaming Industry Participant
"I would advise new people looking to get into the games industry to join the Bootcamp."
Chris Bent
Skills Bootcamp in the Gaming Industry Participant
"The Bootcamp has been fun, challenging and exactly what I needed to give me a push into the games industry."
Jo Robertson
Skills Bootcamp in the Gaming Industry Participant
"The course has enlightened me to the skills and knowledge to start a career in an industry I have been passionate about since I first played Pokemon Red!"
John Ding
Skills Bootcamp in the Gaming Industry Participant
"A good eye-opener and great motivator for me as I prepare myself for a full-time career."
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