Course Summary

Computer Games Programming BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University has been designed to allow you to learn the industry standard programming skills required to pursue a technical career within the creative games and entertainment industry. This course is accredited by the BCS – the Chartered Institute for IT – meaning you learn industry-relevant skills and can gain an industry-recognised qualification. The course incorporates the latest techniques and resources for developing stand-alone, web-based and mobile games, exciting graphics and animation. You will become familiar with the basic architecture and design elements of a computer game and learn programming languages and paradigms relevant to games development. You will have access to the Game Development Studios housing up to date technology, created for playing and developing games on a range of platforms. The studios are equipped with the latest console hardware as well as high -specification gaming PCs. It is important for you to play and evaluate games in order to stimulate ideas and identify good practice for your own games development. 92.9% of our Computer Games Programming graduates from summer 2017 are in work or further study after graduating according to the Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) 2016-17 report.

Course Details - Modules

First year Core modules: • Programming in C++ • Game Architecture, Design and Development • HTML and Javascript – • Mathematics for Scientific Computing • Elements of Computing Second year Core modules: • Mechanics and Artificial Intelligence for Simulation – • Object Oriented Design and Development with C++ – • Introduction to Computer Graphics and Interactive 3D Modelling • Mobile Games Third year Core modules: • Computing Project • Advanced Games Programming

Course Details – Assessment Method

A variety of learning and teaching methods are used, including lectures, tutorials and practical laboratory work. Continuous evaluation forms the major part of the assessment process and there are many opportunities for practical development. You will normally attend around 12-16 hours of timetabled taught sessions each week, and are expected to undertake at least 24 further hours of directed independent study and assignments as required.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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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: G624

Institution code: D26

Campus Name: Leicester Campus

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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

from at least 2 A-Levels Five GCSEs A*-C (9-4) including English Language and Mathematics or equivalent.


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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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English language requirements

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 75%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
EU 14750.0 Year 1
England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
International 14750.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government.

Provider information

The Gateway
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Leicester
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