Bring your creativity to the world of computer games. Learn 3D modelling, 2D art and animation, level design and gameplay coding. Games industry experts will guide you through all aspects of game design and development, building a full understanding of the game creation process and allowing you to specialise in the areas you find most engaging.
* Learn industry-standard software and practices, and have access to the latest hardware, including high-spec gaming PCs and VR headsets.
* Gain invaluable professional experience with the option to take part in a ...
Bring your creativity to the world of computer games. Learn 3D modelling, 2D art and animation, level design and gameplay coding. Games industry experts will guide you through all aspects of game design and development, building a full understanding of the game creation process and allowing you to specialise in the areas you find most engaging.<br/><br/><br/>* Learn industry-standard software and practices, and have access to the latest hardware, including high-spec gaming PCs and VR headsets.<br/><br/><br/>* Gain invaluable professional experience with the option to take part in a year-long, paid work placement with companies such as Criterion Games.<br/><br/><br/>* Access all areas: keep working into the evening in our dedicated lab space open until 10 pm and take advantage of other amazing facilities, including our 35-seat, 360° immersive vision theatre, VR kits, graphics tablets, game controllers, 3D printers and even an extensive collection of boardgames.<br/><br/><br/>* Learn in our friendly and vibrant setting, working individually and teaming-up with other students. Teaching and learning is practical and project-based and 100% coursework assessed.<br/><br/><br/>* Our inspiring graduates have gone on to work at the worlds top games companies, including Electronic Arts, Frontier Developments and Bossa Studios<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W282
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
96
In combination with Advanced Highers
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably Art & Design, Humanities or Combined), with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction.
26
30
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
MMM
DMM
In any subject
96-120 tariff points overall. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
DD
D*D*
Any subject considered and considered in combination.
96-120 tariff points from a minimum of two Advanced Highers
Considered in combination
Considered in combination
Considered in combination
Considered in combination
96-120 tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels
Pass (C and above)
M
Preference on Digital Production, Design and Development, Digital Support Services, but other subjects may be considered on an individual basis.
Considered in combination
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