First look inside Deep Silver’s new GamesLab in Nottingham
Earlier this month we invited you to sign up to Deep Silver's exciting new research lab - GamesLab - located at Dambuster Studios in Nottingham. Last week we got a sneak peek into what you'll get up to if you're invited in for playtests, as our gaming team ventured down to Canal Street for an exclusive look inside GamesLab. Before we could get our hands on the controllers and get competitive - the whole team had to sign NDAs. This is something all playtest participants are going to have to do - as many playtests are focused on unannounced titles and secrecy …
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Confetti Live – An interview with Babe Punch
Babe Punch, The bodega, Nottingham, 15th October 2016 Credit: Steve Fisher Babe Punch are headlining Confetti Live on Wednesday 1 February alongside FdA Music Performance students Holly Taylor-Gamble (who we interviewed last week), Beth Jowett and Chris Hine. The newly emerging 5-piece alternative rock band from Derby/Nottingham have had a very busy 2015/16 - they've played gigs relentlessly across the Midlands supporting the likes of Hinds, Menace Beach and Allusondrugs, as well as the Y Not, Dot to Dot (at the iconic Rock City) and Splendour festivals. Check out what they had to say after getting some practice in at the studio before they …
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Why you should continue your studies with Confetti
On Tuesday 10 January we hosted our college to degree progression evening to discuss with our existing students why they should choose Confetti when applying for their degree. In case you missed it, here’s why you should continue your studies with us… Why a career in the Creative Industries? We live in an exciting time where technology informs and supports almost everything we do. As this world expands, the industries that support it grow – offering exciting opportunities for people who choose to make a career within them. At Confetti we continuously follow key market trends to ensure we’re offering …
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Get your UCAS application submitted before Christmas
The UCAS deadline for applications is approaching on 15 January 2018, so why not get your application submitted before Christmas. You can then relax and enjoy the holidays knowing you’re one step closer to securing your place at university. If you haven’t already, you’ll need to create an account on UCAS - this is the only way you can apply for uni. The application is broken down into sections to make it easier to complete. UCAS Christmas check list Fill in your details, qualifications and course choices Write a personal statement to demonstrate why you’ll be a good student. Include your reference (unless …
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