Career Path
Accessibility QA Tester
Ensures video games are accessible to players with disabilities by testing for compliance with accessibility standards and guidelines.
Game Accessibility Specialist
Focuses on designing and implementing accessibility features in video games, working closely with developers and designers.
QA Engineer (Accessibility Focus)
Combines traditional QA testing with a focus on accessibility, ensuring games meet both functional and inclusive design requirements.
Why this course?
The Undergraduate Certificate in Accessibility QA for Video Game Development is a critical qualification in today’s gaming industry, where inclusivity and accessibility are becoming central to game design. In the UK, over 14.1 million people live with a disability, and the gaming industry is increasingly recognizing the need to cater to this demographic. According to a 2023 report, 62% of UK game developers are actively working to improve accessibility features in their games, highlighting the growing demand for professionals skilled in accessibility QA. This certificate equips learners with the expertise to ensure games are playable and enjoyable for all, aligning with industry trends and regulatory requirements like the UK’s Equality Act 2010.
Below is a 3D Line chart illustrating the rise in accessibility-focused game releases in the UK over the past five years:
| Year |
Accessibility-Focused Games |
| 2019 |
120 |
| 2020 |
180 |
| 2021 |
250 |
| 2022 |
320 |
| 2023 |
400 |
This qualification not only addresses the growing need for accessibility in gaming but also opens doors to diverse career opportunities in QA testing, game design, and user experience roles. With the UK gaming market valued at over
£7 billion, professionals with expertise in accessibility QA are poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of inclusive gaming.
Who should apply?
| Audience |
Description |
| Aspiring Game Developers |
Individuals passionate about creating inclusive gaming experiences. With over 37 million gamers in the UK, this course equips you with the skills to ensure games are accessible to all, including the 14.1 million people with disabilities in the UK. |
| QA Testers |
Professionals looking to specialise in accessibility QA for video games. Learn to identify and resolve barriers, making games playable for diverse audiences, including the 1 in 5 UK gamers who identify as having a disability. |
| Accessibility Advocates |
Those committed to promoting inclusivity in gaming. With the UK gaming industry valued at £7.05 billion, this course empowers you to champion accessibility and tap into a growing market of players seeking inclusive experiences. |
| Career Changers |
Individuals transitioning into the gaming industry. Gain expertise in accessibility QA for video game development, a niche skill set in high demand as studios strive to meet accessibility standards like the UK’s BS 8878. |
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