Computing for Digital Media and Games (with an industrial placement year) BSc (Hons) at University of Sussex

Programme overview

Turn your passion for software development into a thriving career in the games industry. Gain real industry experience in digital projects through a placement. Develop sought-after IT skills to join the digital media and games industry – one of the fastest growing UK sectors.

Department: Department of Informatics | Duration: 4 years full time | Study mode: full-time; placement year | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Introduction to Programming, Mathematical Concepts, Principles of Digital Technology, Programming Concepts, Data Structures & Algorithms, Further Programming, Introduction to Computer Systems, Professional Skills. Year 2 core modules: Game Design and Development, Industry Ready: Mastering the Placement Application Process, Databases, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Video Production Techniques, 3D Modelling and Animation, Software Engineering. Year 3 core modules: Individual Project, Human-Computer Interaction, Programming for 3D Game Development, Visual Effects.

Career pathways

When you graduate, you’ll have a portfolio showing the range of your digital media skills and expertise to potential employers. In addition, the optional year in industry is a great opportunity to gain real-world work experience. And, in Brighton you’ll find excellent career opportunities with the many local game and digital media companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer: ABB-BBB GCSEs: You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics, with at least grade 6 (or grade B). We will also consider applicants with grade 5 in Mathematics if you are taking A-level Computer Science, Chemistry, Maths or Physics. You should also have a broad range of GCSEs grade 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. Additional requirements: We do not expect applicants to have previous programming experience. We encourage applications from anyone who enjoys the challenges of problem-solving and relishes the potential of new technology. Extended Project Qualification: We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us English language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component. UCAS code G46F.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply

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