Computer Game Applications Development Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Game Applications Development Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Develop games and interactive experiences at the Europe's TOP School for video games design (Princeton Review 2026). Find your niche on this multi-accredited, world-leading Computer Game Applications Development degree.
You'll develop games at every stage of the course, including collaborating on larger projects in teams - just like you would in the workplace.
This games-orientated programming course is directly relevant to the games sector, evolving as fast as the industry does. Using the latest technology and to...
Develop games and interactive experiences at the Europe's TOP School for video games design (Princeton Review 2026). Find your niche on this multi-accredited, world-leading Computer Game Applications Development degree.
You'll develop games at every stage of the course, including collaborating on larger projects in teams - just like you would in the workplace.
This games-orientated programming course is directly relevant to the games sector, evolving as fast as the industry does. Using the latest technology and tools, you’ll cover game development topics such as gameplay mechanics, AI for games and audio programming. You’ll also learn general games programming in custom frameworks and industry-standard game engines such as Unreal Engine 5.
It is accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT (BCS), TIGA, Sony, Rookies and PlayStation First. This gives you an edge when it comes to future employment. Plus, there’s internship and mentoring opportunities with local and global games companies, all designed to help boost your CV while you study.
Gain all the skills you need to pursue a career in the games industry
Widely recognised as THE place in Europe to study games, you’ll develop skills in:
* Games programming.
* AI for games.
* Audio programming.
* Games networking.
* Game play mechanics in Unreal Engine.
Abertay is in the global top 10 for games courses (Princeton Review 2025), and No. 3 in Modern Scottish Unis for Overall Satisfaction in Computer Games and Animation (NSS 2025).
Industry mentoring and internships
You’ll get the chance to apply for internships or work placements, and receive mentorship from industry professionals as part of your project work. We work with leading games companies such as Sony, Epic Games, Unity, Electronic Arts, Codemasters, Rebellion, Rockstar, Ninja Kiwi and Tag Games.
It helps that our facilities include the PS5 lab, Virtual Production studios and an XR lab, and we are Scotland's first Adobe Creative Campus. Plus, you'll collaborate with students from other games courses. All of which is as close as it gets to working in the business while you study.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Abertay Campus
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A06-B18
Institution Code
A30
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
to include GCSE Maths at B/5 Entry into Year 2 with AAB to include Maths and Computing
T Level
Digital Production, Design & Development (Pearson) Digital Business Services (NCFE) Digital Support Services (NCFE) Digital Production, Design & Development Digital Support Services Digital Business Services
Scottish HNC
Entry into Year 2 with an HNC in one of the following:- 3D Computer Animation - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% Computer Games Development - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% or Bespoke Maths for D&A College Computer Science - Graded Unit B to include H171 Soft. Dev: OOP or H16Y Soft. Dev: Data Strucs and Scottish Higher Maths at B Computing: Networking - Graded Unit B to include H171 Soft. Dev: OOP or H16Y Soft. Dev: Data Strucs and Scottish Higher Maths at B Computing: Software Development - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher in Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% Computing: Technical Support - Graded Unit B to include H171 Soft. Dev: OOP or H16Y Soft. Dev: Data Strucs and Scottish Higher Maths at B Digital Design & Development (Games) - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher in Maths at B Entry into Year 1 with an HNC in one of the following:- Computer Arts & Design - Graded Unit B plus National 5 in Maths at grade B Digital Design & Development - Graded Unit B plus National 5 in Maths at grade B Interactive Media - Graded Unit B plus National 5 in Maths at grade B
Scottish HND
Entry into Year 2 with an HND in one of the following:- 3D Computer Animation - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher in Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% Computer Games Development - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher in Maths at B/Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% Computer Science - Graded Unit B to include H171 Soft. Dev: OOP or H16Y Soft. Dev: Data Strucs and Scottish Higher in Maths at B Computing: Networking - Graded Unit B to include H171 Soft. Dev: OOP or H16Y Soft. Dev: Data Strucs and Scottish Higher in Maths at B Computing: Software Development - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher in Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% Computing: Technical Support - Graded Unit B to include H171 Soft. Dev: OOP or H16Y Soft. Dev: Data Strucs and Scottish Higher in Maths at B Digital Design and Development (Games) - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher in Maths at grade B Entry into Year 1 with an HND in one of the following:- Computer Arts & Design - Graded Unit B plus National 5 Maths at grade B Digital Design & Development - Graded Unit B plus National 5 Maths at grade B Interactive Media - Graded Unit B plus National 5 Maths at grade B Visual Communication Graphic Design - Graded Unit B
Scottish Higher
National 5 Maths or equivalent
Scottish Advanced Higher
Entry into Year 2 to include Maths and Computing
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Creative Media Production Electrical/Electronic Engineering Engineering IT Art and Design For entry into Year 2 we would be looking for D*D*D* Creative Media Production and AS Level Maths at B
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
To include Maths at O3 or better
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, England | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International, EU | £17,950 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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