Computer Game Design and Enterprise

Computer game design and enterprise is a degree that takes seriously both the creative and commercial dimensions of the games industry. Game design is concerned with the systems, mechanics, narratives, and player experiences that make games engaging, while enterprise training develops the business, production, and leadership skills needed to turn creative ideas into commercially viable products and studios. At Wrexham University, this three-year, full-time programme is designed to produce graduates who can not only design compelling games but also understand how to navigate the realities of the industry as producers, designers, and entrepreneurs.

A foundation year is available for students who would benefit from additional preparation before beginning the main degree.

You will study game design principles, game development methodology, narrative and world design, user experience, and the business of the games industry, including project management, IP, funding, and studio enterprise. The programme balances creative exploration with the development of a practical, production-oriented skill set, encouraging you to work through the full cycle of game development from concept to completed project. A sandwich placement year and work placement opportunities give you professional experience in the industry alongside your academic study, helping you build the networks and knowledge that the games sector values in its new entrants.

Graduates of computer game design and enterprise find careers across the games industry as designers, producers, project managers, and creative leads, as well as in related creative digital sectors including interactive media, educational game development, serious games, and virtual reality. The enterprise component of the degree also supports those who want to start their own studios or develop independent projects. Many graduates also pursue postgraduate study in game design, digital media, or business.

For those who want to combine creative design ambition with the practical and commercial knowledge to succeed in a competitive industry, this programme offers a purposeful and well-structured preparation.