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Level up with our BA (Hons) Computer Games Design degree , where you’ll focus on building the mechanics, levels and systems that sit behind the play. From concept to completion, you’ll design player-focused levels and advanced game mechanics using professional tools such as Unreal Engine 5, UEFN and Jira.
Learning in a studio-style environment, you’ll plan and prototype your own original games as part of a multidisciplinary team, developing the collaboration, problem-solving and adaptability that mirror real industry practice. Alongside this, you’ll explore cutting-edge developments such as Metaverse gaming, gaining insight into how emerging technologies are shaping the future of play.
With opportunities to take part in live briefs, industry challenges and competitions, you’ll graduate industry-ready, with a polished portfolio that brings your design skills to life and showcases your ability to thrive in the fast-paced world of game development.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Blended
Level up with our BA (Hons) Computer Games Design degree , where you’ll focus on building the mechanics, levels and systems that sit behind the play. From concept to completion, you’ll design player-focused levels and advanced game mechanics using professional tools such as Unreal Engine 5, UEFN and Jira.
Learning in a studio-style environment, you’ll plan and prototype your own original games as part of a multidisciplinary team, developing the collaboration, problem-solving and adaptability that mirror real industry practice. Alongside this, you’ll explore cutting-edge developments such as Metaverse gaming, gaining insight into how emerging technologies are shaping the future of play.
With opportunities to take part in live briefs, industry challenges and competitions, you’ll graduate industry-ready, with a polished portfolio that brings your design skills to life and showcases your ability to thrive in the fast-paced world of game development.
Admission Requirements
112+
6+
27+
The standard entry requirements* for BA (Hons) Computer Games Design course are one of the following:
112 new UCAS tariff points Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4) Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma Merit at UAL Extended Diploma 112 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject 27-30 points from the International Baccalaureate
And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent
3 Years
Feb
Jun
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,535 GBP
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BA (Hons) Computer Games Design
Tower Hill Campus, London, United Kingdom
36 monthsProgramme duration
Feb, Jun, OctStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Blended
Learning in a studio-style environment, you’ll plan and prototype your own original games as part of a multidisciplinary team, developing the collaboration, problem-solving and adaptability that mirror real industry practice. Alongside this, you’ll explore cutting-edge developments such as Metaverse gaming, gaining insight into how emerging technologies are shaping the future of play.
With opportunities to take part in live briefs, industry challenges and competitions, you’ll graduate industry-ready, with a polished portfolio that brings your design skills to life and showcases your ability to thrive in the fast-paced world of game development.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Blended
Learning in a studio-style environment, you’ll plan and prototype your own original games as part of a multidisciplinary team, developing the collaboration, problem-solving and adaptability that mirror real industry practice. Alongside this, you’ll explore cutting-edge developments such as Metaverse gaming, gaining insight into how emerging technologies are shaping the future of play.
With opportunities to take part in live briefs, industry challenges and competitions, you’ll graduate industry-ready, with a polished portfolio that brings your design skills to life and showcases your ability to thrive in the fast-paced world of game development.
Admission Requirements
The standard entry requirements* for BA (Hons) Computer Games Design course are one of the following:
112 new UCAS tariff points
Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4)
Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma
Merit at UAL Extended Diploma
112 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject
27-30 points from the International Baccalaureate
And four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).
Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent
Tuition fees
Domestic
Scholarships
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