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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Millennium Point
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Millennium Point
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
Select a an exam type
Dream of designing the next big game? Our BA (Hons) Game Design course offers the perfect platform to turn your vision into reality. You’ll learn the art of crafting engaging game narratives, mechanics, and world-building in a creative and supportive environment. We focus on providing a balance between artistic vision and technical proficiency to ensure you’re industry ready.You will have access to industry standard design software and tools. Engaging with professionals and participating in events like game design workshops will further enhance your skills. This course is your gateway to a career in game design, where imagination meets technical skill to create immersive gaming experiences.The course is also supported by top-tier design studios, ensuring you learn with the most advanced tools in the industry. Our dedicated design lab features high-end computers equipped with leading software for game design and development, including Adobe Creative Suite, Maya, and ZBrush.Interactive workshops and guest lectures from industry leaders offer unique insights into the game design process. These collaborations facilitate networking opportunities, enhancing your learning experience, and preparing you for a successful career in the gaming industry.
Foundation YearThis Foundation Year provides an additional year of study designed to strengthen your creative, technical and academic foundations, giving you the confidence and skills needed to progress successfully onto your chosen degree.You’ll learn in a supportive, energetic environment where you can broaden your knowledge, develop practical skills and explore your creativity through a variety of projects. These activities are designed to build your academic ability, enhance your professional communication skills and encourage you to experiment beyond your current creative experience.Throughout the year, you’ll take on projects that challenge you to think differently, helping you expand both your technical capabilities and your critical understanding.After successfully completing the Foundation Year, you’ll also have the flexibility to switch to a related undergraduate degree if you decide to take your studies in a new direction.
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£9,250 per year
Students from Domestic
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£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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