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Undergraduate

Computer Games Programming

BSc (Hons)

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Study type
Full Time
Course length
3 Years
Campus
Park, Cheltenham
UCAS Code
3M7S

Why choose UoG?

Benefit from newly refitted PC labs supporting industry-standard software and work collaboratively on large-scale projects with students on our Games Art and Games Design courses.

Explore gameplay systems, master rendering pipelines, dive into virtual reality, or experiment with artificial intelligence or procedural content generation.

This course is your passport to unleashing your creativity and building the games you’ve always dreamed of.

After just 6 weeks you’ll have created game mechanics and taken part in a game jam. And by the end of the year you’ll have created a batch of projects, including space navigation, a character creator and your first collaborative game.

You’ll study both C# and C++ programming languages and develop projects in Unity and Unreal game engines from week 1. As you progress through the course, you’ll also learn Godot, render programming languages and build projects using VR and mobile devices.

There will be 4 x 3-hour sessions a week that are combined lecture and seminar, with workshops delivered and supported by your programming lecturers.

Your sessions will take place in our new games PC labs which are available for study until 10pm. The cutting-edge digital hub is equipped with our Research & VR lab, a digital lounge, enhanced teaching and learning facilities, and the latest technology, including 3D scanning equipment offering new capability to capture 3D objects in different locations.

Your assessments will be coursework projects where you’ll build solutions to the technical challenges of gameplay and systems programming.

Integrated foundation year

This course is available to study with an integrated foundation year – an extra, introductory year at the beginning of the full degree. If you don’t meet the stated entry requirements or you’re returning to education, it could be a great option that enables you to study this course.

As well as an introduction to your subject, it will help you to develop valuable study skills, and communication, teamwork and problem-solving techniques, giving you the confidence and skills set you need to progress.

If you’re applying to study as an international student, an integrated foundation year can also support you to improve your English language skills alongside your studies.

To apply for this course with an integrated foundation year, select the ‘With foundation year’ study type from the options at the top of this page before clicking ‘Apply’.

Graduates of the course have become games programmers, game developers, software engineers, engine programmers, technical artists.

In your second year, you’ll take the module Professional Awareness, which will help you to develop a strong CV and portfolio, improve your interview skills and give you experience working as a contractor. Then, you might take on the placement year before continuing to the final year, working in industry for a year or working for our internal Games Research Team.

Games Programming students have previously landed exciting placements with industry leaders like Unity, Sumo Digital, Team17, TT Odyssey, and Playground Games.

We’re very proud of our alumni, keeping in contact with them and inviting them back to guest lecture you. You might meet:

  • Zac, Tools Engineer at Playground Games
  • Lewis, Software Engineer at Unity
  • Phoebe, Render Programmer at Steel City Interactive

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Entry Requirements

104 UCAS tariff points

Your grades are just one part of your story, which is why at UoG we accept any grades from any combination of level 3 qualifications.

A-level
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BTEC
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Pass

Here’s an example of how 104 UCAS tariff points might look for some common level 3 qualifications.

GCSE in English Lang/Lit and Maths at grade 4/C or above are usually required.

Unsure if we could offer you a place? Check out the UCAS tariff calculator or contact our admissions team if you have any questions.

We welcome students from all over the world to study our foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

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You must also meet our English language requirements, such as IELTS or an equivalent test.

If you need to improve your English before starting your course, we offer pre-sessional English programmes delivered online by our trusted partner, Study Group.


If you can’t find the entry requirements for your country or have any questions, please email [email protected] or call us on +44 (0) 3330 141414.

Fees and costs

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The above fees apply to your first year of study only, and will increase for subsequent years. View our undergraduate tuition fees for further information.

Additional costs

Your tuition fees cover most costs related to your course, but you may need to budget for some additional costs.

These can include items such as specialist equipment, materials for projects, professional memberships, field trips or placements. You may also have everyday costs as a student, like printing, books and stationery.

To help you plan ahead and make the most of your money, explore our Budgeting at uni guide for practical advice and support.

Start date
Tuition fees

The above fees apply to your first year of study only, and will increase for subsequent years. View our undergraduate tuition fees for further information.

Additional costs

Your tuition fees cover most costs related to your course, but you may need to budget for some additional costs.

These can include items such as specialist equipment, materials for projects, professional memberships, field trips or placements. You may also have everyday costs as a student, like printing, books and stationery.

To help you plan ahead and make the most of your money, explore our Budgeting at uni guide for practical advice and support.

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Teaching staff

The academic team blends indie development, accessibility innovation, and technical production expertise. June brings hands-on industry experience, community leadership, and a background in assistive technology.

Daryl contributes deep knowledge of gameplay programming, Unity development, and client-focused project work. Together, they offer students real-world insight, practical skills, and strong professional support networks.

Students play some of the computer games being showcased at UoG's Comex Games Show.
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UoG is a member of the PlayStation First Academic Programme.

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TIGA Accreditation recognises top university courses that produce industry-ready graduates.

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UoG is a member of the PlayStation First Academic Programme.

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