Computer Games Technology with Foundation year BSc (Hons)
University of Portsmouth
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Portsmouth Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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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.Graduates from this course are working on big titles at Rockstar and Electronic Arts, classics at Rare, and developing homegrown Indie Games.This is your opportunity to join them.Course highlightsLearn from computer games development experts with extensive knowledge, experience and industry ...Read more

As a student on our TIGA-accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology degree, you'll develop the skills to turn ideas and concepts into reality, using industry-standard design and development techniques.

Graduates from this course are working on big titles at Rockstar and Electronic Arts, classics at Rare, and developing homegrown Indie Games.

This is your opportunity to join them.

Course highlights
Learn from computer games development experts with extensive knowledge, experience and industry connections
Stand out from other graduates by studying specialist modules such as psychological theory for game designers and artificial intelligence (AI) in gaming
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
Use the same software as the professionals in some of the most advanced gaming development facilities at any university in the country
Showcase your skills to employers and network with professionals in the computer games industry by taking part in our annual GameJam event
Have the chance to set up a company and sell your own games
Opt to do a foundation year with ICP to get uni-ready ahead of this course, then take up a guaranteed place on this full Bachelor's degree when you successfully finish your foundation year

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84/279
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52nd
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49th
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£17,900 per year

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University of Portsmouth
University of Portsmouth , Portsmouth

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