**Why study this course?**
The Games Programming BSc degree will enable you to develop the specialist knowledge and key skills needed to join this thriving industry. You'll be joining a supportive and friendly community of highly motivated games students who work hard to achieve their goals
**More about this course**
You'll start by building a strong base in C++ programming, with mathematics and physics for game development, as well as gaining skills in console hardware architecture and game design. As you progress through the degree you'll use different graphics libraries and engines to make 2D and 3D games.
You'll develop specialist skills in physical computing, virtual reality and artificial intelligence while becoming proficient in a range of relevant programming and scripting languages.
Each year there are core modules on this course that enable artists and programmers to work together and achieve common goals - designing and producing innovative games. This aspect of the student experience is highly commended by our games industry partner TIGA and our industry steering group, as it mimics professional practice.
We actively encourage you to engage in public competitions and gaming events such as gamejams, and we hold an annual Summer Show where students at all levels have the opportunity to showcase their work to a wider professional audience.
Course Details - Modules
First year modules include:
Game Design
3D Modelling
2D Game Programming
Computer Gaming Hardware Architectures
Second year modules include:
Modelling and Texturing
Digital Toy Design
Core - Game Portfolio
Core - C++ Programming for Games - 30 credit
Third year modules include:
Project
Advanced Scripting for Graphics and Games
Work Related Learning II
Prototype Development
Artificial Intelligence
AI for Games
Course Details – Assessment Method
Students will be assessed (primarily) by summative coursework assignments. On-going formative assessment is also undertaken during set (timetabled) classroom times.
Formative assessment will be a regular feature of the semester, encompassing peer review, opportunities for QA (Quality Assurance), detailed feedback and guidance from tutors.
Summative assessment such as coursework, presentations and group work will require students to:
Meet programming briefs
Demonstrate an understanding of work flow and project management
Demonstrate good communication skills - write and present reports on development
Demonstrate subject knowledge and research techniques
The course assessment on the degree is spread over a period of time to give students the maximum opportunity for achievement. This should also ensure that students are able to submit work to a standard that meets the assessment required on each module and that they have the opportunity to work at the highest level possible.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
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:
GG48
Institution code:
L68
Campus Name:
Holloway
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
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
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, students should have:
a minimum of grades CCC in three A levels (or a minimum of 88 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, e.g. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma; or Advanced Diploma; or Progression Diploma; or Access to HE Diploma of 60 credits)
Applicants with relevant professional qualifications or extensive professional experience will also be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All applicants must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. Applicants who require a Tier 4 student visa may need to provide a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS. For more information about English qualifications please see our English language requirements.
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
EU
15576.0
Year 1
International
15576.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
15576.0
Year 1
Republic of Ireland
15576.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
These fees are for the 2022/23 academic year. Fees for new and returning students may change each year by an amount set under the government’s regulation. For further information about our undergraduate fees, please visit: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/applying/funding-your-studies/undergraduate-tuition-fees/
Please note, in addition to the tuition fee there may be extra costs for things such as equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips or professional body fees. There may also be other activities that are not formally part of your course and not required to complete your course, but that you may find helpful (for example, optional field trips). The costs of these are additional to your tuition fee and the fees set out above and will be notified when the activity is being arranged.
Provider information
Admissions Office
166-220 Holloway Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
City of London
N7 8DB
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