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CAO Course Detail

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Course Code:
CW208
Title:
Computer Games Development
College:
IT Carlow
Qualification:
Level on the National Framework of Qualifications
Duration:
4 Years

 

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Entertainment & Performing Arts
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Creative Director
Digital Media Designer
Director (from TV/Film)
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Film/Video Tape Editor
Multimedia Designer
Multimedia Developer
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This is the only degree course in gaming that Microsoft has helped to develop and given their backing to. This course also includes a six-month work placement in the games development industry. Students should note that much more than an interest in playing computer games is required for this course. You study such subjects as applied maths, computer architecture and computer interaction.



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The games industry is already a multi-billion euro industry, which already makes more money than the Hollywood movie industry, and it is expected to increase even more over the next few years. This course will provide people with all the skills they need to become professional games software developers.

 

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CW208 - Computer Games Development
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CAO Points 
2012 Points 325
History:


2011 - 325
2010 - 305
2009 - 300
2008 - 300
2007 - 305
2006 - 310
2005 - 340

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FETAC Major Awards Linked to this course:
CITXX

Module Requirements:

3 Distinctions + pass in the following module C20175


Notes
A new scoring system for FETAC awards will apply for entry through the CAO from 2013.
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