BA (Hons) Games Design at University of Lincoln

Programme overview

Game design is not simply about making games look good or learning to code. It is about understanding how players interact with games, developing ideas that are engaging and accessible, and working with different creative and technical disciplines to turn those ideas into playable experiences.

Faculty: Film and Media | Duration: 3 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will follow a clear progression from fundamental knowledge and skills, to collaborative development and independent professional practice.

Career pathways

A BA (Hons) Game Design degree can prepare you for roles across games, interactive media, digital production and related creative and technology industries.

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Application information

Entry requirements

104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. A Level: BBC BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM T Level: Merit Access to Higher Education Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate: 29 points overall GCSE's: Minimum of three at grade 4 or above, which must include English and Maths . Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may be considered. We will also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications. EU and Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,300 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition per year (level) of study; optional placement year and study-abroad year charged separately. Source

Duration: 3 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/undergraduatestudy/howtoapply/

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