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    Computer game development online course

    City & Guilds assured programme

    This course is aimed at students aged 14 – 16 years who have an interest in gaming and wish to develop their computer skills. It will provide learners with a good insight into the skills and knowledge they require, not only for working in computer games development, but generic, transferable skills that all employers would welcome, such as reflective practice, self-assessment, target setting, receiving and giving feedback and presentation skills.

    The assured courses are studied across two years and were developed by King’s InterHigh. The learner will need to complete two modules in year 10 and two modules in year 11. The certificate consists of 4 mandatory modules. The learner must PASS all four modules to receive the full assured course certificate and digital credential, endorsed by City and Guilds. Assessment is entirely through coursework and is made on a pass/fail basis. The full assured course certificates will be issued to any eligible students by the end of the summer term in year 11.

    This assured course is written across two years and involves 120 hours of guided learning time. Successful completion of all units leads to the award of a course certificate and digital credential. Those completing less than the full course will be eligible for King’s InterHigh unit certification for each unit of work completed.

    To pass each module, the learner needs to have enough work submitted to demonstrate passing grades in each Assessment Objective (AOs) shown on the assessment rubric and gain ≥6/12 overall.
    • Students need more than 50% (≥6/12) in each module to pass that module.
    • Students must gain at least 1 point for each Assessment Objective (AO).
    • Zero points (N) in any AO will fail that module even if the student has gained ≥6/12 overall.
    • N – FAIL I – INCOMPLETE P – PASS P+ – PASS PLUS

    If the learner has not passed all four modules, they should still be eligible to receive an King’s InterHigh Certificate, stating which modules they completed successfully. It will not be the full assured course certificate.
    Any King’s InterHigh certificates (that detail modules passed) will be issued to any eligible students by the end of the summer term.

    If the learner wishes to gain the full assured course certificate, then they will need to work independently and in their own time to work on missing modules. The teacher will not be able to support students after the end of module 4. During module 4, the teacher will need to be focused on students working towards module 4.

    Assessment is entirely through coursework and is made on a pass/fail basis.

    • Computer game design
    • Computer game art production
    • Computer game production
    • Computer game testing
    This is an Assured Course

    Assured subjects are an opportunity to follow passions, develop practical understanding, and build a portfolio for the future. Assured subject qualifications are awarded by the City & Guilds body, but these courses are not IGCSE or GCSE qualifications.

    Key information
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    Qualification
    Self accredited qualification
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    No exams
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    Duration
    2 years
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    Delivery method
    Online, real-time classrooms, 24/7 access to curriculum
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    Start date
    September
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    Exam details
    This qualification will have no exams. Instead coursework will count for 100% of the final grade.
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    Course fee
    Pupils can choose assured subjects including computer game development for an added fee per subject. View Fees.
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    About our fees

    We have several fee packages and options, with differing levels of commitment to suit most circumstances. In most cases parents have the option to pay in instalments, spreading the cost of the investment.

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    Curriculum & Packages

    IGCSE Package

    Our 8-subject IGCSE package includes 3 core subjects, plus 5 additional subjects.

    Select your preferred time zone

    Our interactive, live lessons offer the same high-quality teaching across three time zones.

    Simply select your preferred time zone to explore the available subjects.

    Includes 3 core subjects

    These core subjects are included in your package and are compulsory at Key Stage 4.

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    1 Science Option*

    *Pick one Science option from the Additional Subjects list.

    Plus 5 additional subjects

    You can pick five additional subjects with your package, included in the costs. Double Award Science counts as two IGCSEs.

    IGCSE subjects
    Arabic
    Art & Design Fine Art
    Art & Design Photography
    Biology
    Business
    Chemistry
    Computer Science
    Double Award Science
    Economics
    English Literature
    Film Studies
    French
    Further Mathematics
    Geography
    German
    History
    ICT
    Physics
    Psychology
    Religious Studies
    Single Award Science
    Spanish
    Assured subjects

    What are assured subjects?

    Assured subjects are an opportunity to follow passions, develop practical understanding, and build a portfolio for the future. Assured subject qualifications are awarded by the City & Guilds body, but these courses are not IGCSE or GCSE qualifications.

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    Computer Game Development
    Drama and Performance in Practice
    Health & Wellbeing Management
    International Relations: Perspectives
    Music in Culture and Society

    Payment options

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    32% saving
    GCSE
    Annual Contract - 2024/25
    £5,700
    / year (excludes VAT)

    Save 32% when you commit to a year and split the cost with a direct debit.

    Sibling discount available. Find out more

    • £100 one-off registration fee
    • £670 per additional subject
    • £440 per additional assured subject
    • £500 deposit for UK students (£1000 outside of UK)
    • £50 Technology integration fee (yearly)
    GCSE
    Rolling Contract - 2024/25
    £1,250
    / half term (excludes VAT)

    Cancel at the end of any half term.

    Sibling discount available. Find out more

    • £100 one-off registration fee
    • £130 per additional subject
    • £100 per additional assured subject
    • £50 Technology integration fee (yearly)
    32% saving
    GCSE
    Annual Contract - 2025/26
    £6670
    / year

    Save 32% when you commit to a year and split the cost with a direct debit.

    Sibling discount available. Find out more

    • £100 one-off registration fee
    • £785 per additional subject
    • £515 per additional assured subject
    • £500 deposit for UK students (£1000 outside of UK)
    • £50 Technology integration fee (yearly)
    GCSE
    Rolling Contract - 2025/26
    £1465
    / half term

    Cancel at the end of any half term.

    Sibling discount available. Find out more

    • £100 one-off registration fee
    • £155 per additional subject
    • £117.50 per additional assured subject
    • £50 Technology integration fee (yearly)

    Each package includes 8 subjects:

    English Language Maths 1 science option + 5 additional subjects

    You can also add additional subjects - priced separately.

    Join our online school community with:

    • Full timetable of live teacher-led lessons
    • Access to 24/7 library of lesson recordings
    • Co-curricular clubs and activities
    • Dedicated pastoral team
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    Please note that some extracurricular activities, such as school trips, events, and summer camps, may incur additional fees. You may also choose to purchase optional books from a recommended list provided by the school. Additionally, examination centre fees are not included in the tuition costs. Find out more.

    3 Subject Package

    We also offer a 3 Subject Package for homeschooling families which includes your choice of any 3 core subjects. Find out more about our 3 Subject Package fees by using our cost calculator.

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    Reddam House (Berkshire) Limited T/A Kings InterHigh
    Company’s UK place of registration:
    Reddam House, Bearwood,
    Wokingham, Berkshire,
    RG41 5BG
    Company’s UK registered office:
    Reddam House, Bearwood,
    Wokingham, Berkshire,
    RG41 5BG
    Company’s UK registered number:
    09093739
    Company's International Registration name:
    InterHigh International W.L.L T/A Kings InterHigh International
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    Office 1652, Entrance 1565, Road 1722, Diplomatic Area 0317, Kingdom of Bahrain
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    Office 1652, Entrance 1565, Road 1722, Diplomatic Area 0317, Kingdom of Bahrain
    Company’s International registered number:
    147446 – 1

    VAT charges explained

    The UK Government has implemented a policy to charge VAT on independent schools taking effect from the 1st of January 2025. This VAT charge is payable by families who are based in, or access, King’s InterHigh from the UK. This change does not impact families who are based outside the UK and access King’s InterHigh from another country.

    We understand the significant financial commitment you make in choosing our online school as well as how important it is to be able to financially plan. After careful review of the details of the legislation, we will support parents by absorbing costs ourselves, so that a slower phasing in of this unwelcome change reduces its financial impact on families.

    For the upcoming 2024-2025 academic year (starting September 2024), Inspired Education Group will absorb much of the 20% VAT charge. For the Spring and Summer terms when the 20% VAT will now apply, we will only pass on 8.5% to families, taking up the difference ourselves.

    To further support families with the financial implications of this change in government policy, for the 2025-2026 academic year (starting in September 2025) there will be no inflationary tuition fee increases, and that Inspired Education Group will continue to absorb costs to limit the increase to 8.5% for that academic year. Overall, this will mean we have phased in 17% of the 20% VAT cost over two years to avoid sudden increases for families and have not increased tuition fees.

    King’s InterHigh is committed to offering competitive fees and accessible, high-quality independent education, along with the unique benefits of online learning. We are pleased that through careful cost control and the benefits of being part of Inspired, the leading global group of premium schools, we can significantly reduce the financial effect on families due to this change in UK VAT policy.

    For a full breakdown of our fees, please use our fees calculator.

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    Technology integration fee

    At Inspired, we are committed to investing in cutting-edge technology to enhance student learning and development, ensuring they are well-prepared for the future. This fee will contribute to the development of our Inspired AI tools and our investment in best-in-class learning technology.

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