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Computer Games Programming BSc (Hons) at De Montfort University

De Montfort University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

This course prepares you for a technical career in the creative games and entertainment industry, equipping you with industry-standard programming skills and a strong understanding of the technologies driving modern game development. Our BSc Computer Games Programming course is designed for those passionate about the technical aspects of game development.

Faculty: Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Media  |  Department: Computing  |  Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement  |  Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich)  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Game Design & Development, Markup Languages & Scripting, Maths & Computer Systems, C++ Fundamentals. Year 2: 3D Modelling & Shader Fundamentals, Mobile Games and AI for Simulation, Applied Mechanics and Progressive Game Engines, Production Level C++. Year 3: Advanced Game Engine Application, Advanced Shader Programming, Performant Rendering with C++, Game Development Project.

Career pathways

Our graduates have progressed to work as developers at studios such as EA, Rare Games, Pixel Toys, Codemasters, Free Radical Design, TT Games, FLIX Interactive, CD Projekt Red, Frontier Developments, Nequinox Studios, and more.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UCAS points: 112; A Level: BBC; BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM; T Levels: Merit; Access to HE: Pass with 30 Level 3 credits at Merit; International Baccalaureate (IB): 26; GCSEs: 5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths; If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential. UCAS code G624.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee; UK/home rate Source

International applicants: GBP 18,600 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee; EU and international rate Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement

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