IIE BCIS in Game Design and Development Degree

Overview

Develop the singular skillset required to thrive in one of the most exciting, lucrative, and fastest-growing industries on the planet. The IIE BCIS degree in Game Design and Development equips students with the necessary skills to pursue a career in creating digital games for different platforms, from computers to platforms like mobile phones and other hand-held devices. A graduate will be qualified in both the programming and creative aspects of a career in designing and developing games; gamified applications and immersive content for new technologies.

Modules:

• Year 1:
• Game Design 1A & 1B
• Game Development 1A & 1B
• Game Art 1A & 1B
• Programming Logic and Design
• Mathematical Principles for Developers

Year 2:

• Game Design 2A & 2B
• Game Development 2A & 2B
• Game Art 2A & 2B
• Narrative for Gaming
• Databases

Year 3:

• Game Design 3A & 3B
• Game Development 3A & 3B
• Work Integrated Learning 3A & 3B
• Introduction to Research for ICT
• Open-Source Coding (Introduction)

Study further with IIE Pathways
The successful completion of the IIE BCIS in Game Design and Development enables you to progress into the IIE BA Honours in Design Leadership delivered at IIE-Vega, subject to meeting the admission requirements.

Timetables
This qualification is aimed at students who wish to complete full-time face-to-face studies for the duration of their qualification. This means that students are expected to be available throughout the day for class in the academic year depending on how the timetable is structured. Students may also be required to write assessments or submit coursework or assignments outside of normal class time. Students who would like to pursue part time employment opportunities outside of the academic programme must prioritise their studies and avoid committing to work schedules until after they have received their timetables and academic calendar from the institution. Students must also note that timetables remain subject to change throughout the academic year

Please note:

IIE-Vega does not require a portfolio as part of the application process to study design. Our primary focus is on how our students think and collaborate as creative solution seekers. The development of an industry-ready portfolio becomes a core focus once you enrol and engage hands-on with any of our creative programmes.

You are welcome to make an appointment with your campus Contact Navigator if you are not sure which creative course would suit you best. Ideally you should attend one of our GenV workshops at any of our IIE-Vega campuses to explore the different programmes on offer.

Entry Requirements

Minimum Admission Requirements

• A National Senior Certificate (NSC) Bachelor’s Degree pass with - A minimum of 30% for English, 40% for Mathematics or 60% for Mathematical Literacy/Technical Maths; OR
• A National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) Bachelor’s Degree pass with – A minimum of 50% in English on either First Additional Language or Home Language level and 50% for Mathematics on the HG, or Mathematical Literacy/Technical Maths, with a minimum of 60%; OR
• A Senior Certificate (SC) (with endorsement) with at least 33.3% for English, 40% for Mathematics on the HG; OR at least 60% for Mathematics on the SG; OR
• A Senior Certificate (Amended) SC(A) Bachelors pass with at least 40% for Mathematics on the HG; OR at least 60% for Mathematics on the SG.
• Applicants who were admitted via Maths Lit/Maths SG/Technical Maths or Higher Certificate are admitted subject to completing the Mathematical Short Learning Programme (SMAPD022) (or equivalent). Successful completion of SMAPD022 (or equivalent) shall be required before students can be permitted to register for the module Mathematical Principles for Developers (MAPD6112).
• For international qualifications: An USAf Exemption Certificate is required and meeting the relevant Maths and English requirements.
• Alternatively, a cognate Higher Certificate or cognate 240 credit Diploma OR an Advanced Certificate OR 360 credit Diploma may satisfy the minimum admission requirements to degree studies. If discipline not cognate at least 20% of credits must be academic literacy or numeracy related.

Senate Discretionary Admission

Mature Age Category 1: 
Mature Age Admission for applicants with SC with Endorsement, or NSC/NC(V)/SC(a) with Degree Admission

• Candidates 23 years and older at point of registration, with an endorsed Senior Certificate or a National Senior Certificate with Bachelor’s Degree pass or National Certificate (Vocational) with Bachelor’s degree Pass or Senior Certificate (amended) with Bachelor’s Degree pass can be accepted on a senate discretionary mature age admission if they do not meet the additional admission requirements.
• Their academic progress will be tracked and reported at Senate.
• A USAf Exemption Certificate is not required.

Mature Age Category 2:
Mature Age Exemption - SC not endorsed

• Candidates having attained the age of 23 before or during the first year of registration with a Senior Certificate, with a minimum of 40% in at least four higher or standard grade subjects at least three of which shall have been passed simultaneously and one of which shall be a recognised higher grade subject.
• A USAf Exemption Certificate is required.

Mature Age Category 3:
Mature Age Exemption - NSC/NC(V)/SC(a) with Diploma Admission

• Candidates having attained the age of 23 before or during the first year of registration with a Senior Certificate (Amended), National Senior Certificate or National Senior Certificate (Vocational) with a minimum of 40% in at least four higher or standard grade or 20-credit subjects (or equivalent), at least three of which shall have been passed simultaneously and in the case of a Senior Certificate (Amended), at least one of which shall be a recognised higher grade subject.
• A Diploma Pass on these certificates would imply that that the candidate qualifies.
• Senate Discretionary Admission - Mature Age NSC/NC(V)/SC(a) Hold must be selected so that the USAf Exemption Certificate may be applied for by the Office of the Registrar.

Mature Age Category 4:
Mature Age Exemption - 45 years and older

• Candidates must have attained the age of 45 before or during the first year of registration.
• A USAf Exemption Certificate is required.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

• Where candidates do not satisfy the formal admission requirements for this qualification, The IIE may consider an admission application in terms of the Qualification Completion, Credit Accumulation and Transfer, Articulation and Recognition of Prior Learning Policy (IIE010).
• If applicant does not meet minimum admission requirements and there is no alternative (such as completion of NQP modules) but they have relevant experience, the following must be requested to consider admission via RPL:

1. Certificates for all formal (Accredited Higher Education qualifications) and/or informal qualifications/modules (SLP’s, Microcredentials etc). SAQA certificates must be provided for any international qualifications.
2. CV to determine whether the following are related to the qualification that the applicant is applying for:
   a. Formal (Accredited Higher Education qualifications) and/or informal qualifications/modules (SLP’s, Microcredentials etc)
   b. Relevant work experience

USAf approved cognate foundation programme

• Candidates who have completed an USAf approved cognate foundation programme from a registered and accredited provider may be admitted. The additional Maths/Math Lit/Technical Maths criteria falls away.
• An USAf Exemption Certificate is required - the Office of the Registrar will facilitate, on behalf of the student, an application for degree admission to USAf, once the student has provided proof of payment to USAf.

Transfer students

• Candidates who have successfully completed at least 120 credits on the first year of a cognate degree may be admitted. The additional Maths/Math Lit/Technical Maths criteria falls away. However, if a student completed less than 120 credits, the admission criteria on the NSC or equivalent apply.

OQSF qualifications

• Candidates with an OQSF Level 5 cognate qualification may be admitted, provided the OQSF qualification has at least 120 credits at NQF Level 5. An USAf Exemption Certificate is required - the Office of the Registrar will facilitate, on behalf of the student, an application for degree admission to USAf, once the student has provided proof of payment to USAf

One Module Outstanding

• Candidates who have one module outstanding to complete an IIE Higher Certificate which is appropriate for admission to a degree, may register for the degree on the condition that they will register for the outstanding Higher Certificate module along with the first year of the degree.
• If a student does not pass the module, they will be allowed to register again* for this module and any modules failed in the first year of the degree; however, they will NOT be allowed to register for the second year of the Degree, or any subsequent year, until they have passed the Higher Certificate module.
• Registration is also subject to the maximum completion times rule in IIE010.

IEB International Secondary Certificate

• Candidates must have achieved Bachelor's Degree pass and meet the additional admission criteria (where applicable).
• The OoR will apply to USAf for Exemption based on Senate Discretion.