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UCAS CODE W280
The computer games industry continues to grow as more people play games on their consoles, PCs, tablets and smart phones and on social media sites. The BSc Computer Games programmes aim to produce graduates with the right mix of practical skills and technical knowledge to enter this sector, which currently has a high demand for qualified practitioners. The University has excellent studio facilities including HD Video Production Suite, Art Studio, Digital Audio Recording Studio, Game Design
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The computer games industry continues to grow as more people play games on their consoles, PCs, tablets and smart phones and on social media sites. The BSc Computer Games programmes aim to produce graduates with the right mix of practical skills and technical knowledge to enter this sector, which currently has a high demand for qualified practitioners. The University has excellent studio facilities including HD Video Production Suite, Art Studio, Digital Audio Recording Studio, Game Design Studio featuring 3D Laser Scanning tools, Motion Capture tools and a Rapid Prototyping machine. There is also a User Experience lab where games can be tested and evaluated. The Design and Software Development degree programmes are accredited by the Chartered Institute for IT (BCS), and students enjoy the benefit of guest lectures by industry experts.Games Software Development concentrates on technical programming requirements, including the mathematics and implementation of physical mechanics. Your studies will include the creation of 2D and 3D graphics, the use of 3D animation in games, the creation of ‘thinking’ creatures, and new product development and professional issues involved in the development of software. The programme also provides an understanding of the core elements of Game Design. After Year 3, there is an option to complete a one-year, paid work placement.
For Year 1 Entry: Level 3 Extended Diploma at MMM in relevant computing subject which includes Maths module.
For Year 2 Entry: 15 credit HNC Computer Games Development with B in Graded Units. Must include the following units: Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques or Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing.
HND Computer Games Development (with the code heavy delivery model). HND must include an B in Graded Units. Must include one of the following level 7 maths units in the HND; Mathematics for Interactive Computing: Essential Techniques, Mathematics: Calculus and Matrices for Computing or Computer Programming: Applied Mathematics (level 7) and one of the following level 8 maths units; Computer Programming: Applied Mathematics (level 8) or Mathematics for Computing 2. Must include the following compulsory units in the HND: Computer Games Development: Object Oriented Programming; Computer Games: Programming Fundamentals and Game Technology. The HND must also include one of the following units (or equivalent); Artificial Intelligence for Computer Games; Game Customisation & Scripting, Game Physics, Software Development: Abstract Data Structures; Programming a Game for a Mobile Device or Software Development: Object Orientated Programming
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£9,250
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£1,820
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland.
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£9,250
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£9,250
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£1,820
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£12,250
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