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**This is a Connected Degree**
Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after youve started your course.
**Overview**
As a student on our TIGA-accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology degree, youll develop the skills to turn ideas and concepts into reality, using industry-standard design and d...
**This is a Connected Degree**<br/><br/>Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after youve started your course.<br/><br/>**Overview**<br/><br/>As a student on our TIGA-accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology degree, youll develop the skills to turn ideas and concepts into reality, using industry-standard design and development techniques.<br/><br/>Our graduates are working on big titles at Rockstar and Electronic Arts, classics at Rare, and developing homegrown Indie Games.<br/><br/>This is your opportunity to join them.<br/><br/>**Course highlights**<br/>- Learn from computer games development experts with extensive knowledge, experience and industry connections<br/><br/><br/>- Stand out from other graduates by studying specialist modules such as psychological theory for game designers and artificial intelligence (AI) in gaming<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your CV as you apply your skills on real client briefs – past projects have included training simulations for the Royal Navy and virtual reality experiences<br/><br/><br/>- Use the same software as the professionals in some of the most advanced gaming development facilities at any university in the country<br/><br/><br/>- Showcase your skills to employers and network with professionals in the computer games industry by taking part in our annual GameJam event<br/><br/><br/>- Have the chance to set up a company and sell your own games<br/><br/><br/>**TIGA accreditation**<br/>This course is accredited by TIGA (The Independent Game Developers Association). This means it has been examined by a panel of industry and academic experts to make sure you develop relevant and up-to-date skills needed by the games and related industries.<br/><br/>**Careers and opportunities**<br/>With 95% of our graduates finding work within a year after university, youll be confident to graduate with sought-after skills and knowledge for various careers.<br/><br/>Besides the gaming industry, you can apply the skills you develop to other areas using such technologies – including virtual production, virtual/alternative reality (VR/AR), simulation training and healthcare.<br/><br/>**Graduate destinations**<br/>Our graduates work at some of the biggest industry names, including:<br/>- Rockstar Games<br/><br/><br/>- Naughty Dog<br/><br/><br/>- Frontier<br/><br/><br/>- Cloud Imperium<br/><br/><br/>- Unity<br/><br/><br/>- Rare<br/><br/><br/>- Codemasters<br/><br/><br/>- Electronic Arts<br/><br/><br/>- Rebellion<br/><br/><br/>- Jagex<br/><br/><br/>- Creative Assembly<br/><br/><br/>- Sumo Digital<br/><br/><br/>- Climax<br/><br/><br/>- Stainless Games<br/><br/><br/>- Playstation Studios<br/>
Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.
All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.
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Portsmouth offers guaranteed accommodation to all Clearing applicants who accept an offer within 48 hours and enrol by 23rd August.<br/><br/>All Clearing students are guaranteed an offer of a room in halls, T&C's apply, visit Portsmouth's website to learn more.<br/><br/>Sign up for Priority Clearing to get accommodation information straight to your inbox as well as access to Portsmouth's VIP Clearing days on Saturday 19th August and Monday 21st August. Priority Clearing applicants will also get exclusive Clearing updates, a priority call back on Results Day, an invitation to a dedicated Clearing webinar on Tuesday 1st August, and one-to-one application support.<br/><br/>Through the webinar and open days, students can get a feel for Portsmouth's welcoming campus and community before joining the university. With guaranteed accommodation, they can rest easy and ensure they are in the heart of the student community.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
G452
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS TariffScottish HigherAcceptable when combined with other qualifications. Access to HE Diploma112-122 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 53 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Mathematics/3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English and Mathematics. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. Scottish Advanced Higher112-120 Tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalCambridge Pre-U score of 46-50. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)112-120 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 1 A level, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications. A levelT Level |
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