Computer Games Technology with Foundation BSc (Hons)
University of West London
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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SEP-24

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4 Years

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Game design and development is a thriving industry in the UK and across the world, with game developers in high demand. As a qualified developer you could find yourself working on games for a wide range of purposes including entertainment, education and business.This course will cover the theory, practice and application of computer game development. You will learn industry standard development tools and will explore specialist areas such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the economic and ...Read more

Game design and development is a thriving industry in the UK and across the world, with game developers in high demand. As a qualified developer you could find yourself working on games for a wide range of purposes including entertainment, education and business.This course will cover the theory, practice and application of computer game development. You will learn industry standard development tools and will explore specialist areas such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the economic and social impact of games. We encourage a highly practical approach to games and game asset development, so during the course you will be able to create a portfolio of your work. This will be showcased online and you can share it with future employers to demonstrate your talent and experience. The foundation year course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to continue onto your Honours degree. You will study a range of subjects that will underpin your future study and also gain valuable experience of university life, with full access to campus facilities. Successful completion of the year allows you to progress straight onto Level 4 of this course.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
107th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
54th
Computer Games and Animation
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 81 = 19% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
19%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Computer Games and Animation graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Computer Games and Animation graduate salary
£26,000

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We accept applications with country-specific qualifications which correspond to the UK's qualifications for undergraduate study (e.g., A levels). For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g., undergraduate IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each element for all courses (Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing) and they are listed on our?International Entry Requirements page.

Students are required to have an International Baccalaureate Diploma. For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests (e.g., undergraduate IELTS overall score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each element for all courses (Reading, Listening, Speaking and Writing) and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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£12,750 per year

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University of West London
University of West London , Ealing

The University of West London (UWL) is situated in the historic London borough of Ealing, a leafy enclave to the west of the city....

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St Mary's Road Ealing London Ealing W5 5RF United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: South Ealing  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: West Ealing  0.6 miles away
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