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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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BA (Hons) Games Design focuses on the creative and technical skills needed to design engaging games and interactive experiences. The course is designed for students who want to explore how gameplay, mechanics, narrative and user experience come together within professional games development.You will develop ideas from concept to playable prototype, learning how games are designed for different platforms and audiences. The course supports students aiming for careers in games design, interactive media and related creative industries.
What you’ll studyYou’ll build a solid foundation in games design, while gaining professional skills valued across games and interactive media industries, including game mechanics design, level design, prototyping, narrative development, user experience design and creative problem solving.Modules offered can vary each year but may include:• Games Design Practice• Game Mechanics and Systems• Level and Narrative Design• Games Design Project
How you’ll learnYou will learn through:• Studio-based workshops and practical design sessions• Creative briefs and collaborative game projects• Assessment through playable prototypes, portfolios and presentations• Independent study supported by tutorials, critique and academic feedbackYou will also use digital learning platforms, specialist software and online resources to support your design development.
Future opportunitiesThe course prepares you for creative roles within the games and interactive media industries, while also developing transferable skills relevant to wider digital and creative careers.• Games designer and level designer roles• Interactive media and experience design• Creative technology and digital production• Freelance practice or postgraduate studyThe transferable skills developed also support progression into postgraduate study or wider creative and professional roles.
FacilitiesYou will study in specialist facilities designed to support games design and interactive development.• Dedicated studios and computer suites for games development• Industry-standard games engines and design software• Collaborative studio and project spaces• Access to technical support and learning resourcesThese facilities support your academic development and help you apply games design knowledge with confidence.
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£9,790 per year
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£9,790 per year
Students from England
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£9,790 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,790 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,790 per year
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£9,790 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£17,628 per year
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£17,628 per year
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