BA Games Design and Creative Writing

The BA Games Design and Creative Writing course at Brunel University London ( Navitas) is a unique combination of two exciting fields. Students will learn the skills needed to create engaging and immersive video games, as well as develop their writing abilities to craft compelling stories and characters. With expert teaching from industry professionals and access to state-of-the-art facilities, students will graduate with a comprehensive understanding of both fields and be ready to pursue a career in the dynamic gaming industry.

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The course is designed to provide students with a broad foundation in both games design and creative writing. Through a combination of theoretical and practical learning, students will gain an understanding of game development processes, from concept to completion, as well as learn how to write for different genres and platforms. Students will also have the opportunity to work on real-world projects, such as developing a game concept or creating a short story, giving them valuable experience in their chosen field.

Unlock Your Potential at Brunel University London (Navitas) - Home of Gaming Innovation

Brunel University London (Navitas) is an excellent choice for students interested in Games Design and Creative Writing. The university has a strong reputation for producing graduates who are highly sought after by the gaming industry, with many of our previous students going on to work at top companies such as Rocksteady, Sony and Electronic Arts. Additionally, the university's location in London provides access to a vibrant cultural scene, with numerous opportunities for networking and collaboration. The Navitas campus offers state-of-the-art facilities, including game development software and writing resources, giving students the tools they need to succeed.

This course will help you to develop your creative writing skills and focus on how they relate to games design and game play. You’ll 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. You’ll also use the online forum to discuss, share and develop your knowledge. You’ll gain confidence in sharing your ideas, giving and receiving feedback and working individually as well as in a multi-disciplinary team.

The teaching team are 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 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.

Of course the best teachers of writing are writers and Creative Writing at Brunel is taught by successful, published writers, many of whom have international reputations. You will draw on their experience across a range of genres and you will have the opportunity to study Creative Writing to a high level. You will develop your knowledge, understanding, and analytical and creative skills through the analysis, interpretation and creation of literary texts.

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 games design. This room also serves as a wonderful, collaborative space where you can play and generate ideas, work, relax and have fun.

You’ll finish this course with a skillset that will allow you to develop a game from scratch and be ready to work and thrive in the games industry.

• 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

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.