The computer games industry continues to grow as more people play games on their consoles, PCs, tablets and smart phones and on social media sites.
The BSc Computer Games programmes aim to produce graduates with the right mix of practical skills and technical knowledge to enter this sector, which currently has a high demand for qualified practitioners.
The University has excellent studio facilities including HD Video Production Suite, Art Studio, Digital Audio Recording Studio, Game Design Studio featuring 3D Laser Scanning tools, Motion Capture tools and a Rapid Prototyping machine. There is also a User Experience lab where games can be tested and evaluated.
The Design and Software Development degree programmes are accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS), and students enjoy the benefit of guest lectures by industry experts.
Games Software Development concentrates on technical programming requirements, including the mathematics and implementation of physical mechanics.
Your studies will include the creation of 2D and 3D graphics, the use of 3D animation in games, the creation of ‘thinking’ creatures, and new product development and professional issues involved in the development of software.
The programme also provides an understanding of the core elements of Game Design.
After Year 3, there is an option to complete a one-year, paid work placement.
Course Details - Modules
Modules are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
W280
Institution code:
G42
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
HND Computer Games Development (with the code heavy delivery model). HND must include an B in Graded Units. Must include one of the following level 7 maths units in the HND; Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques, Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing or Computer Programming: Applied Mathematics (level 7) and one of the following level 8 maths units; Computer Programming: Applied Mathematics (level 8) or Mathematics for Computing 2. Must include the following compulsory units in the HND: Computer Games Development: Object Oriented Programming; Computer Games: Programming Fundamentals and Game Technology. The HND must also include one of the following units (or equivalent); Artificial Intelligence for Computer Games; Game Customisation & Scripting, Game Physics, Software Development: Abstract Data Structures; Programming a Game for a Mobile Device or Software Development: Object Orientated Programming
Applications for Year 1 and Year 2 entry should be made for BSc (Hons) Games Development
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.0
Overall score of 6.0 with the minimum of 5.5 in each element
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
77%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
65%
Go onto work and study:
85%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
1820.0
Year 1
EU
12250.0
Year 1
International
12250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
2022/23 fees are yet to be confirmed. The stated fee is the 2021/22 fee and can be used as a guide. For further information please visit our website www.gcu.ac.uk/study/tuitionfees
Provider information
City Campus
Cowcaddens Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Glasgow
G4 0BA
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