Job Description

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Description

NextGen is proud to introduce a transformative free 16-week Skills Bootcamp for the West England Combined Authority region, delivered in partnership with techSPARK!



Whether you're an aspiring immersive programmer or game developer looking to enhance your coding confidence, this Skills Bootcamp in Unity Programming is designed to equip you with the technical practice and portfolio you need, with a focus on real-world applications and job-readiness.###

What will you learn?

Our curriculum is designed to equip aspiring immersive and game developers with a comprehensive skill set in Unity and C#. Over the course of 16 weeks, you'll explore the fundamentals of programming, including scene construction, C# programming, 3D and 2D mechanics, animation, system design, and user interface creation.




Each week features hands-on assignments and projects that allow you to apply your knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios.




You can find the full indicative curriculum on the NextGen Futures site here: Skills Bootcamp in Unity Programming.







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How we use your data

It is important that you understand how we gather and process your data. Please read through the information below and the full policies from NextGen Futures and the Department of Education. You will need to confirm you have read these before you can submit an application.




NextGen Futures will never share your data with anyone not directly involved in Skills Bootcamp delivery. This information will only be shared with our delivery partners and employers on the Skills Programme. For full details on how your data is processed by NextGen Futures please read our Privacy Policy.



Skills Bootcamps are run by the Department of Education for the National Skills Fund. Their Privacy Policy shows how they collect and use your personal information for the purposes of evaluating the Employer Led Training Initiatives/Skills Bootcamps. This data is being collected by the DfE for the National Skills Fund.



Read the full: Department of Education Privacy and Complaints Policy.###

Eligibility

This opportunity is tailored for individuals aged 19+ who have a basic to intermediate understanding of coding and want to break into the immersive or gaming industry. Ideal participants should have a passion for creating interactive experiences and an eagerness to learn new technologies.


You need to live in, or intend to work in, the West of England Combined Authority area, which includes Bath and North East Somerset, North Somerset, Bristol, and South Gloucestershire.

This Unity Bootcamp is perfect for programmers who are ready to turn their passion into a professional career. Read more about eligibility and the West England Combined Authority region here.



We're committed to inclusivity. Our goal is to provide training opportunities for everyone, making our industries more representative of our society. We actively encourage applications from those underrepresented in the creative industries.###

About NextGen Skills Academy

NextGen Skills Academy (NextGen) is an industry-led education initiative to develop the next generation of talent for the Games, Animation and VFX industries. We develop and offer Higher Level Apprenticeships, new entry level qualifications, short courses and online learning opportunities -- all designed to meet the skills needs of employers.