BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology at University of Portsmouth

Learn how to develop computer games from experts with extensive knowledge and industry connections using advanced gaming development facilities. As a student on our TIGA-accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology degree, you'll develop the skills to turn ideas and concepts into reality, using industry-standard design and development techniques. Graduates from this course are working on big titles at Rockstar and Electronic Arts, classics at Rare, and developing homegrown Indie Games.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich with work placement  |  Study mode: full-time (sandwich/placement option)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In each year, you need to study modules worth a total of 120 credits. Modules include Business Studies; Design Concepts; Digital Literacy, Sustainability and AI; Interactive Learning Skills and Communication; Maths for Science and Computing; New Media and Digital Cultures; Programming Concepts; Research Methods, Critical Thinking and Expression; Get into Game Dev; Finish and Launch a Game.

Career pathways

With 95% of our graduates finding work within a year after university, you'll be confident to graduate with sought-after skills and knowledge for various careers. Besides the gaming industry, you can apply the skills you develop to other areas using such technologies – including virtual production, virtual/alternative reality (VR/AR), simulation training and healthcare.

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