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BSc Computer Games (Including Placement Year)

The University of Essex
Full-timeSubject: Geography and Earth Sciences
Course Score
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Graduate Salary
Β£33,500 (3yr)
Satisfaction
87%
Degree Completion
67%
Professional Jobs
N/A
Meaningful Work
N/A

About this course

Master game design and computer programming, with options for a placement or year abroad. The BSc (Hons) Computer Games is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad. You’ll build a strong foundation in the mechanics, concepts and techniques of computer games and in core computer science theory, preparing you to create new virtual worlds, characters and stories. The BSc (Hons) Computer Games gives you the skills and industry-standard techniques to design and implement your very own computer games, virtual reality training and gamification. You’ll learn from active computer scientists and engineers whose work and teaching are driven by creativity and imagination as well as technical excellence.

Student Satisfaction

National Student Survey - 105 respondents (63% response rate)

81%
Teaching Quality
81%
Assessment & Feedback
76%
Academic Support
82%
Organisation
85%
Learning Resources
73%
Student Voice

Tuition FeesIndicative

Estimated annual tuition at The University of Essex - consult the official course page for the exact figure.

Β£9,535
Per academic year (UK Home)
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Government Student Loan

Eligible UK students do not pay upfront. Covered by SFE tuition fee loans.

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120 UCAS Pts
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Entry Qualifications

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67%
otherHE
24%
none
4%
other
3%
access
2%

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