BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology Program By Anglia Ruskin University |Top Universities
Program Duration

36 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

14,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

Scholarship

YesScholarships

Main Subject Area

Computer Science and Information SystemsMain Subject Area

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

With our Computer Games Technology course, you’ll be able to turn your love of computer games into a career. Working at our development studio in Cambridge – close to the tech hub of ‘Silicon Fen’ – you’ll be located right at the heart of the computer gaming industry in the UK.
From the very beginning of your studies, you’ll create and develop your own games. Everything you design will build into a valuable portfolio to help you secure your dream job in the gaming industry when you graduate.
ARU is the place to be for studying Computer Games Technology. The East of England has 135 active games companies, with Cambridge home to developers including Jagex, Frontier Developments and Ninja Theory, who are based around the corner from Compass House our Computer Games Development studio.
Based in Compass House, our gaming and technology hub, you'll enjoy having the latest technology at your fingertips and collaborating with other students on innovative projects.
You’ll get the chance to improve your prospects with live briefs and guest speakers from tech giants like Sony, Jagex and Frontier. There’s even the opportunity to take part in events with industry reps, too.
During your time at ARU, you’ll also have the opportunity to get a head-start in the computer gaming industry and in recent times, ARM, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, Frontier and Just Flight have all offered internships and work opportunities to ARU students. There are lots of placement opportunities with an optional placement year to develop your practical experience.
We're also partners with the Global Science & Technology Forum, giving you access to cutting-edge research materials.

Program overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

With our Computer Games Technology course, you’ll be able to turn your love of computer games into a career. Working at our development studio in Cambridge – close to the tech hub of ‘Silicon Fen’ – you’ll be located right at the heart of the computer gaming industry in the UK.
From the very beginning of your studies, you’ll create and develop your own games. Everything you design will build into a valuable portfolio to help you secure your dream job in the gaming industry when you graduate.
ARU is the place to be for studying Computer Games Technology. The East of England has 135 active games companies, with Cambridge home to developers including Jagex, Frontier Developments and Ninja Theory, who are based around the corner from Compass House our Computer Games Development studio.
Based in Compass House, our gaming and technology hub, you'll enjoy having the latest technology at your fingertips and collaborating with other students on innovative projects.
You’ll get the chance to improve your prospects with live briefs and guest speakers from tech giants like Sony, Jagex and Frontier. There’s even the opportunity to take part in events with industry reps, too.
During your time at ARU, you’ll also have the opportunity to get a head-start in the computer gaming industry and in recent times, ARM, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, Frontier and Just Flight have all offered internships and work opportunities to ARU students. There are lots of placement opportunities with an optional placement year to develop your practical experience.
We're also partners with the Global Science & Technology Forum, giving you access to cutting-edge research materials.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

80+
24+
96+
6+
60+
Main: 96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent). 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University. You may also be accepted to this course with an IELTS 5.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, but will then be required to undertake additional compulsory free English language modules in your first year.
Alternatives: UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas are accepted. UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted. International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted. UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted. UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted. The European Baccalaureate at a minimum overall grade of 66% is accepted. HNC qualifications are accepted. HND qualifications are accepted.
3 Years
Sep

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

9,250 GBP
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International Students

14,300 GBP
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If you’d like to find out more, our ARU On-Demand virtual open day platform helps you explore our undergraduate courses, campuses, home cities and you can hear from our academic team and current students. It is available online, 24/7.  


Apply now through the ARU website and start in January or September. Let us help you work towards achieving your ambitions and graduate with skills that are valued the world over.      

Anglia Ruskin University ( ARU ) is committed to transforming lives through a wide range of high-quality postgraduate degrees. With multiple course variations, we offer extensive choice and flexibility to study specialist subjects. This year, ARU has once again been named one of the top 40 universities in the UK, in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.   

 

We welcome students from all over the world to our diverse community.  Scholarships of up to £4,000 are available for international students applying for an undergraduate degree. Employment opportunities, career advice and supportive student services , mean everything is done to ensure your success once you’re here.   

 

If you’d like to find out more, our ARU On-Demand virtual open day platform helps you explore our undergraduate courses, campuses, home cities and you can hear from our academic team and current students. It is available online, 24/7.  

Apply now through the ARU website and start in January or September. Let us help you work towards achieving your ambitions and graduate with skills that are valued the world over.   

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