Computer Science (Game Engineering) BSc Honours 36 months Undergraduate Programme By Newcastle University |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The video game industry is fast-growing and always changing, with lots of chances to be creative and try new ideas. Game engineers design and develop interactive experiences that captivate millions worldwide. With our degree you can shape the future of entertainment. You could also bring skills to other industries transformed by game techniques, including:


  • education
  • healthcare
  • aerospace

This degree will teach you the key elements of creating modern computer games. You’ll learn to design, develop and use computer graphics software on different platforms, including game consoles and advanced 3D reality environments.


You’ll learn to design and develop software that drives computer games, including:


  • gaming simulations
  • computer game development

You'll study a broad Computer Science curriculum in your first two years. You’ll learn about creative problem-solving, program design and implementation.


In your final year, you’ll learn more about game engineering and study more specialised modules.


You'll also have the option to take part in a paid industry placement or study abroad year. You'll benefit from our strong links with companies such as:


  • Epic (Fortnite)
  • Activision (Call of Duty)
  • Ubisoft (Assassins Creed)
  • Rockstar North (Grand Theft Auto)

You'll be based in the Urban Sciences Building on our Newcastle Helix campus. You’ll have access to industry-leading facilities, such as our Games Lab, and study in the same environment as industry leaders.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Computer Science and Information Systems

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The video game industry is fast-growing and always changing, with lots of chances to be creative and try new ideas. Game engineers design and develop interactive experiences that captivate millions worldwide. With our degree you can shape the future of entertainment. You could also bring skills to other industries transformed by game techniques, including:


  • education
  • healthcare
  • aerospace

This degree will teach you the key elements of creating modern computer games. You’ll learn to design, develop and use computer graphics software on different platforms, including game consoles and advanced 3D reality environments.


You’ll learn to design and develop software that drives computer games, including:


  • gaming simulations
  • computer game development

You'll study a broad Computer Science curriculum in your first two years. You’ll learn about creative problem-solving, program design and implementation.


In your final year, you’ll learn more about game engineering and study more specialised modules.


You'll also have the option to take part in a paid industry placement or study abroad year. You'll benefit from our strong links with companies such as:


  • Epic (Fortnite)
  • Activision (Call of Duty)
  • Ubisoft (Assassins Creed)
  • Rockstar North (Grand Theft Auto)

You'll be based in the Urban Sciences Building on our Newcastle Helix campus. You’ll have access to industry-leading facilities, such as our Games Lab, and study in the same environment as industry leaders.

Admission Requirements

115+
65+
4+
6+
88+
34+

A-Level: 

AAB (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking).


We are committed to encouraging the adoption of A level Computing. Students applying with an A level in Computing will receive favourable consideration.


GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.

3 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
31,500 GBP

Scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships
Bachelors Open

Value

$9463

Deadline

30 Aug 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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