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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Clifton Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Clifton Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Select a an exam type
The course builds on and shares many modules with our Computer Science degree. We then combine this with specialised games technology modules to produce a distinct and unique course – perfect if you are interested in creative applications of computer technology.The combination of a solid foundation in traditional computer science and games technology knowledge allows you to keep your options open regarding jobs and career paths. Our graduates are just as likely to move into well-paid careers with Investment banks or Motorsports companies as they are to join the ranks of a AAA games Studio.Join us, and you will acquire the advanced skills and knowledge needed to design and implement various computer systems. You’ll mainly be software engineering using C++. You will also learn to program using Python, Java and C#, providing you with a fantastic portfolio of development skills demanded by employers today. You will be introduced to the techniques behind the production of 3D game assets and develop your games using Unreal Engine 5, Unity and the Android SDK. You will take these skills to the next level by developing serious and educational games for real-world clients and creating immersive experiences for VR headsets like the Quest2, Pico3 and Vive Pro Eye.
AccreditationThis course is accredited by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT to Chartered Engineer (CEng) and IT Professional (CITP) status.
Exam type
A levelA level:
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UCAS Tariff:
112 - 120 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
T Level:
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112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including IT, Maths or Science subject)
112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including an IT, Maths or Science subject)
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including relevant IT, Maths or Science modules
112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications including A-Level IT, Maths or a Science subject or equivalent
112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent including IT, Maths or a Science subject or equivalent).
DDM from a BTEC Extended Diploma including relevant IT, Maths or Science modules
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
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