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University degree
Games Development
Whitefield Academy Trust
Qualification
Degree
Length
-
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
part-time
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About this course
Dive into the exhilarating world of video games development with our BSc Hons Games Development degree, which offers a comprehensive blend of theory, practice, and technology, all crucial for your future career in the games industry. You’ll delve into games programming and the creative aspects of games development as you work with cutting-edge computer technologies through hands-on projects with industry-standard tools like Unity and Unreal Engine. This programme allows you to specialise in exciting areas such as gameplay programming, 3D modelling and animation, game AI, graphics programming, user interface design, virtual reality or game audio.
Pay & prospects
50%
In work or further study after
71%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£27,000
3 years on
£29,000
5 years on
What graduates actually go on to do % of leavers
Administrative occupations20%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionalsHighly skilled20%
Sales occupations10%
Managers, directors and senior officialsHighly skilled10%
Process, plant and machine operatives10%
Information Technology ProfessionalsHighly skilled10%
Business and public service associate professionalsHighly skilled10%
What students say National Student Survey
71%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching68%
Assessment & feedback70%
Academic support78%
Well organised68%
Learning resources89%
Student community74%
In students' own words
★★★★★
Highly recommend
The course has exceeded my expectations. The best part: small-group tutorials really push your thinking. If I'm honest, accommodation allocation was stressful in the first year. On the city — good transport links make it easy to visit other…
Postgraduate · Full-time
★★★★☆
Solid, with caveats
It's been a mixed experience, but mostly positive. The best part: the teaching staff are genuinely world-class and accessible. If I'm honest, a few modules feel under-resourced compared to the flagship ones. On the city — the city is a bril…
Postgraduate · Part-time
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Where this degree can lead
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