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BA Games Design and Creative Writing

Brunel University London, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The BA Games Design and Creative Writing course at Brunel University London provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful career in the video game industry. The course covers both the design and creative writing aspects of game development, allowing students to gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire process. Students will learn how to create engaging and immersive games, as well as how to write compelling dialogue and narratives for these games. The course also covers topics such as game mechanics, level design, user experience, and game testing. With access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry professionals, students will have the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge in a real-world setting.

Additional Information

The course is taught by experienced lecturers with industry experience, ensuring that students receive the latest insights and techniques. Students will also have access to guest lectures from industry professionals, allowing them to gain valuable insights into the industry. The course is designed to provide students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue a successful career in the video game industry, including positions such as game designer, writer, producer, or artist.

Excellence in Games Design and Creative Writing at Brunel University London

Brunel University London is an excellent choice for students interested in studying Games Design and Creative Writing. The university has a strong reputation for producing high-caliber graduates who are well-equipped to enter the industry. The university's location in London provides access to a thriving games industry, with many major game development studios located nearby. Additionally, the university offers a range of resources and support services to help students achieve their career goals.

Why You Should Study This Course

This course will help you to develop your creative writing skills and focus on how they relate to games design and gameplay. Youll learn about the application of traditional story and narrative design and how it applies to games design and gameplay. Your learning will come through lectures, workshops, seminars, play sessions, and tutorials. Youll also use the online forum to discuss, share and develop your knowledge. Youll gain confidence in sharing your ideas, giving and receiving feedback, and working individually as well as in a multi-disciplinary team. The teaching team is experts in nurturing games talent and you will benefit from their insight into the industry. You will be introduced to ideas at the forefront of the discipline as well as sharing their knowledge and understanding of the professional practice. This will help to keep you up-to-date with industry developments and show you how the skills you learn on this course are applicable to the world of work. All games students will have 24-hour access to the games lab, where high spec PCs are available for you to work on and play games. You will also use the Design room, where an impressive collection of board games is available for you to learn and understand the principles of game design. This room also serves as a wonderful, collaborative space where you can play and generate ideas, work, relax and have fun. Youll finish this course with a skill set that will allow you to develop a game from scratch and be ready to work and thrive in the games industry.

General Eligibility

  • GCE A-level BBC.

  • BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma DMM in any subject.

  • BTEC Level 3 Diploma DM in any subject, with an A-level at grade C.

  • BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma M in any subject, with A-levels grade BB.

  • International Baccalaureate Diploma 29 points.

  • Obtain a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points in the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3.

  • T levels: Merit overall

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Compulsory

  • Creative Writing Practice

  • Games Design 1: Introduction to Game Design Core: Element 2

  • Games Studies 1: Introduction to Game Studies

  • Games Development 1: Prototyping and Communication

2 Year 2

Compulsory

  • Games Design 2: Mechanics & Economies

  • Games Studies 2: Concepts & Analysis

Optional

  • Animation

  • Games Development 2: Methodologies and Practices

  • Game Genres

  • Games Branding & Communications

  • Horror, Sci-Fi and Fantasy

  • Life Writing

  • Ludomusicology

  • Setting and World Design

  • Screenwriting

  • Writing Contemporary Poetry

  • Writing the Short Story

3 Year 3

Compulsory

  • Creative Writing Special Project

  • Games and Creative Writing Joint Project

  • Games Studies 3: Theory of Games Design

  • Major Project – Commercial Games

  • Major Project – Experimental Games

  • Major Project – Game Assets

  • Major Project – Game-Based Learning

  • Major Project – Team Project

  • Major Project – Traditional Games

  • Theory Project: Design

  • FTheory Project: Business and Development

  • Theory Project: Game Analysis

  • Theory Project: People, Communities, and Cultures

Optional

  • The Creative Industries

  • Creative Writing Special Project

  • Journeying the Self through Psychology and Expressive Arts

  • Major Project: Commercial Games

  • Major Project: Experimental Games

  • FM3612 Major Project: Game Assets

  • FM3613 Major Project: Game-Based Learning

  • FM3614 Major Project: Team Project

  • Major Project: Traditional Games

  • Psychogeography

  • Performance Poetry

  • Theory Project: Design

  • Theory Project: Business & Development

  • Theory Project: Game Analysis

  • Theory Project: People, Communities, & Cultures

  • Writing Film and Television

  • Writing Modern Fiction

  • Writing Comedy

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
  • IELTS: 6.5 (min 5.5 in all areas)

  • Pearson: 59 (59 in all subscores)

  • BrunELT: 63% (min 55% in all areas)

  • TOEFL: 90 (min R18, L17, S20, W17)  

Additional Information

This course is available: 4 years full-time with placement

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