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BSc (Hons) Games Development

Teesside University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course provides various technical and design skills, making you the perfect candidate for a career as an independent games developer.

Entrepreneurial support from University-based Launchpad helps you to start your career as an independent developer or small company. Many small studios now use Kickstarter funding to generate the funds to develop their games. As a graduate of this course, you have the skills to put forward a polished proof of concept to attract funding.

As the course provides a range of transferable skills in real-time environments such as Unity and Unreal, you are also well suited for careers in virtual reality or real-time visualisation and interactive experiences.

General Eligibility

96-112 UCAS points from any combination of recognised Level 3 qualifications

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

Core modules

  • C++ Programming

  • Game Asset Creation

  • Game Design and Mechanics

  • Game Production and Project Management

  • Maths for Games

  • Visual Scripting

2 Year 2

Core modules

  • Game Development

  • Game Interface Design

  • Industry Portfolio Development

  • Journeyman

  • Mission Design

3 Year 3 - optional placement year
  • Work placement

4 Year 4

Core modules

  • Advanced Design Techniques

  • Beta Arcade

  • Final Year Project

  • Game Publishing

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

Additional Information

This course is available: 4 years Inc. placement year Part-time Fee for UK applicants £4,500 (120 credits) Length: Up to 6 years Attendance: Daytime Start date: September

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