Computer Games Programming BSc (Hons)

A constantly evolving sector, the multibillion-pound computer games industry is now worth more than double its value in 2007. This offers graduates extensive career opportunities in a rapidly expanding field.<br/><br/>This course provides an opportunity to develop your interest in computer games into a set of skills which will help you start a career in this exciting industry.<br/><br/>You will study the latest techniques and resources for developing standalone, web-based and mobile games, featuring exciting graphics and animation, becoming familiar with the basic architecture and design elements of computer games and programming languages relevant to games development.<br/><br/>**Key features**<br/><br/>Use specialist software such as Unity3D and Unreal engines.<br/><br/>Become part of a vibrant community by joining our Game Society or E-Sports Society. You can build on what you learn on the course by playing games, taking trips to professional gaming events, and competing in tournaments. Our Games Development Society will give you the chance to work alongside Game Art students in games jams.<br/><br/>Explore professional opportunities with a placement year. Recent Computer Games Programming students have spent a year in industry working as Intern Software Engineers and Programmers for companies including immersive tech company, Virtual Arts.<br/><br/>Gain valuable international experience as part of your studies with our DMU Global programme. Students have been able to visit top tech companies in San Francisco and test out their espionage and surveillance skills in New York.<br/><br/>This course has been fully-certified by the British Computer Society (BCS). BCS accreditation is a mark of quality assurance and means our course content and provision has been assessed by academics and employers to ensure it meets the rigorous standards set by the profession.<br/><br/>Benefit from block teaching, where most students study one subject at a time. A simple timetable will allow you to really engage with your learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know your course mates and enjoy a better study-life balance.

DMU’s goal is to help every student reach their goal, whatever that might be. It’s a leading institution in the heart of Leicester, with a 150-year history of academic excellence, industry-driven courses and a distinctive teaching approach.<br/><br/>From day one, your career is DMU’s focus. You’ll get guaranteed work experience opportunities with UK and overseas placements, internships, and personalised training. DMU has been named the UK’s Best University for Work Experience (RateMyPlacement 2024 & 2025), offering personalised careers support, industry connections, and placements with global names like Rolls-Royce and Adobe.<br/><br/>DMU is one of only a few universities where you’ll benefit from an innovative block teaching method. This means you’ll study one subject at a time, gain deeper learning and get better results. <br/><br/>DMU is situated in the heart of Leicester, a student city rich in culture, diversity and the best city in the East Midlands to live and work (Good Growth for Cities Index, 2024).