BSc (Hons) Computer Games Design at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

Bring your game ideas to life on a course that blends creativity with technology. You’ll master industry-standard tools in our high-tech facilities, and collaborate in teams to create real games from concept to play. Study in our quality new PC labs, opened in 2024 as part of FuturePark, fitted with RTX 4060s and supported with industry-standard software and kit.

Department: Computing and Cyber Security | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; part-time no fixed duration | Study mode: full-time, part-time, sandwich/placement year option | Intake: September 2027; September 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 4 (Year 1): Games Production, Creative Skills for Design, Introduction to 3D Modelling, Mobile Design; Level 5 (Year 2): 3D Animations for Games, Level Design, Experimental Games, Professional Awareness, Virtual and Augmented Reality, User Testing; Level 6 (final year): Individual Research Project, Advanced Group Project, Advanced Concepts in Gaming, Indie Game Development.

Career pathways

Modules focused on networking and portfolio development ensure you are career-ready and well-positioned for employment.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: 104 UCAS tariff points (A-level BCC; BTEC DMM; T-level Pass). GCSE in English Lang/Lit and Maths at grade 4/C or above are usually required. UCAS code I62A.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for the full-time course; fees increase for subsequent years. Placement-year fee charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 17,950 a year (2026/27). International undergraduate fee (fee band C) per taught year; 2026/27 table, inflationary uplifts may apply in later years. Source

Intake: September 2027; September 2028

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; part-time no fixed duration

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