Are you a programmer, artist, animator or audio student that eats, sleeps and breathes computer games then you and 4 other similar students could create a masterpiece during the summer.

Dare to be Digital are seeking talented students within computer arts and programming, ideally in their 3rd and 4th years to get together a team of 5 to apply to this prestigious competition – online applications www.daretobedigital.com

Noted below are the details of the competition, the benefits, how to apply and the competition prizes:-

Details -

• Dare to be Digital is a 10 week computer game competition (June – August)
• 4 Scottish teams and 2 Irish teams will be selected for the competition
• 10 weeks based in Dundee - FREE student accommodation
• A project fee of £170 per week is given to each student + £200 team budget
• Attend EIEF (Edinburgh Interactive Entertainment Festival) – FREE
• Mentors are appointed to help and support
• Industry exposure (presentations, help and advise)

Benefits -

• Market product to industry judges
• Opportunity for talented students to be showcased and compete nationally in an industry backed competition
• Student enhanced employment
• Confirmation of whether the industry is for you
• Future career prospects; possible career within the games industry, opportunity to set up own venture/company, networking advantages/contacts

How to apply -

• Teams of 5 students
• Complete the online application form with your teams game prototype at www.daretobedigital.com - APPLICATION DEADLINE 17th April ‘06
• If your teams application is successful the interviews will be held on Thurs 4th May

Not only is having Dare to be Digital absolutely cracking on your CV but there are up to £6k in prizes too!