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Studying computer games development has proven an inspiration for students at Stockton Riverside College.
Lessons learnt in the classroom have left one creative duo keen to push the boundaries on their newfound skills.
Tasked with creating their own 3D game, Joseph and John, decided to take their design one step further, straight into the world of virtual reality.
Lecturer Paul Abley said: “Virtual reality isn’t part of the course as such but the students get so involved they often go above and beyond what is required.”
Already creating their own 2D and 3D environments, Joseph and John said that their skills have come a long way since signing up for the course last year.
Both had little to no knowledge of developing and designing games when they started out – yet today they are creating their own virtual worlds.
With the latest high tech kit available to them at the college, Joseph, 18, from Stockton, said: “We thought that we would challenge ourselves and give it a go.”
As keen gamers, choosing to study computer games development at Stockton Riverside College has proven the ideal choice for Joseph and John.
But as John, 17, said: “It is very different playing a game than developing one. I quickly developed a passion for it and started to really enjoy it. I have spent a lot of time practising and trying to get better.
Joseph, 18, added: “I now get to look back on the games I played growing up and know I have the chance to make my own.”
With technology developing all the time, both said the opportunities in the industry are vast – but you have got to have the enthusiasm and be prepared to do the work.
“It is not just restricted to gaming,” said Joseph. “Virtual reality can be used for anything from architecture to dentistry.”
John added: “The technology is advancing all the time. There are car companies using it to make demos and you can even use it for culinary practice.”
Whichever direction you choose both agree it is an exciting industry to be in.
Joseph said: “If you put the time and the effort into it, you can achieve what you want.”
Find out more about the computer games development courses available at Stockton Riverside College at: www.stockton.ac.uk/courses/computer-games-design/
Lessons learnt in the classroom have left one creative duo keen to push the boundaries on their newfound skills.Tasked with creating their own 3D game, Joseph and John, decided to take their design one step further, straight into the world of virtual reality.
Lecturer Paul Abley said: “Virtual reality isn’t part of the course as such but the students get so involved they often go above and beyond what is required.”
Already creating their own 2D and 3D environments, Joseph and John said that their skills have come a long way since signing up for the course last year.
Both had little to no knowledge of developing and designing games when they started out – yet today they are creating their own virtual worlds.
With the latest high tech kit available to them at the college, Joseph, 18, from Stockton, said: “We thought that we would challenge ourselves and give it a go.”
As keen gamers, choosing to study computer games development at Stockton Riverside College has proven the ideal choice for Joseph and John.But as John, 17, said: “It is very different playing a game than developing one. I quickly developed a passion for it and started to really enjoy it. I have spent a lot of time practising and trying to get better.
Joseph, 18, added: “I now get to look back on the games I played growing up and know I have the chance to make my own.”
With technology developing all the time, both said the opportunities in the industry are vast – but you have got to have the enthusiasm and be prepared to do the work.
“It is not just restricted to gaming,” said Joseph. “Virtual reality can be used for anything from architecture to dentistry.”
John added: “The technology is advancing all the time. There are car companies using it to make demos and you can even use it for culinary practice.”
Whichever direction you choose both agree it is an exciting industry to be in.
Joseph said: “If you put the time and the effort into it, you can achieve what you want.”
Find out more about the computer games development courses available at Stockton Riverside College at: www.stockton.ac.uk/courses/computer-games-design/
