Gain a solid grounding in the key themes that underpin contemporary computer science to explore computer gaming at an advanced level. From writing programmes and exploiting modern computer architectures, to using game-related APIs, you will graduate with the expertise needed to embark on a career in the dynamic games industry.
**Why choose this course?**
- Accredited by the British Computer Society - The Chartered Institute for IT
- Gain recognition of your specialism in Games named in your degree title
- Gain first-hand experience...
Gain a solid grounding in the key themes that underpin contemporary computer science to explore computer gaming at an advanced level. From writing programmes and exploiting modern computer architectures, to using game-related APIs, you will graduate with the expertise needed to embark on a career in the dynamic games industry.<br/><br/>**Why choose this course?** <br/><br/><br/>- Accredited by the British Computer Society - The Chartered Institute for IT<br/><br/><br/>- Gain recognition of your specialism in Games named in your degree title<br/><br/><br/>- Gain first-hand experience in industry with our Placement Year option<br/><br/><br/>- Access a wide range of equipment including supercomputer facilities and a VR lab<br/><br/><br/>In your first year you will explore the fundamental concepts and techniques for modern, professional programming. From interaction design to computer animation and multimedia our modules are designed to bring everyone up to speed, regardless of the starting level of coding experience - and provide a gentle introduction to the skills required for effective academic study.<br/><br/>In your second year you will learn advanced programming concepts that can be applied in areas such as games programming, artificial intelligence and cyber security, not disregarding the human aspect of Computer Science thanks to the focus on user interaction and user interface design, software engineering methodologies (SCRUM, Agile) and cutting edge research in AI and machine learning.<br/><br/>Your final year will culminate with the opportunity to deep dive into a pre-defined selection of modules relating to the specialist field of games computing. You will gain a deep understanding of the architecture of computer systems and a thorough knowledge of practical software engineering in multimedia contexts. You will also spend time exploring current research topics and writing a novel final year project related to your specialism. <br/><br/>**About Keele**<br/><br/>Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.<br/><br/>We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.<br/><br/>Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
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Course Code
G411
Institution Code
K12
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff120 Access to HE DiplomaD:30 122 UCAS points in any Access to HE Diploma, including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits. Or 112 UCAS points in an Access to HE Diploma with Maths or Computer Science related content, including Distinction in at least 15 Level 3 credits. Please contact the University Admissions Team for advice on whether your chosen course would qualify. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 555 in three Higher Levels or 30 points or 554 including 5 in Maths (any) or Computer Science or 29 points including 5 in Higher Level Maths (any) or Computer Science Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DDM or DMM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Engineering GCSE/National 4/National 54 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification. A levelB,B,B BBB in three A levels OR BBC in three A levels including B in Maths or Computer Science T LevelM Merit in any T level |
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