Our Computer Games Programming (BSc Hons) course scored 92% for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2019.
In this dynamic industry, you'll become a multi-skilled programmer, working with both hardware, such as consoles, and software including games engines. You'll use commercial software including C#, C++, UDK, CryEngine, Unity, Adobe Creative Suite and Autodesk 3ds Max.
Through our membership of the PlayStation First Academic Programme, you’ll also have access to Move.me™ and PlayStation®Mobile(PSM), PlayStation®3 (PS3™) PlayStation®Vita and PlayStation®4 (PS4™). Benefit from guest lectures who work within the gaming industry with previous speakers including Richard Lemarchand from Naughty Dog and Lewis Payne from Headstrong Games.
You also have the option to do a year's paid work placement as part of your studies with students previously working for Rockstar Games Lincoln, Codemasters and Microsoft. You can visit EGX London (formerly Eurogamer expo), Comic Con London and Digital Bristol, where you'll meet and network with professionals.
You can also participate in Games Jam, challenging yourself to create a game in 24 hours. Showcase your final year project at COMX, a university exhibition sponsored by the Institute of Engineering (IES). Visiting industry professionals use this to talent-scout for soon-to-be graduates.
Study style
You'll have the option to do a year's paid work placement as part of your studies, gaining valuable industry experience and contacts for when you graduate. Students within the computing school have worked for Rockstar Games Lincoln, Codemasters and Microsoft.
Course modules
You'll study a variety of modules from 'Experimental Games' to 'Game Engine Scripting'.
Take a look at the course content for full details of all the modules you'll study on this course.
Entry requirements
Tariff information for 2020 entry
Typical offers
BBC at A levels, DMM at BTEC or use a combination of your qualifications to achieve the required tariff total.
Mature Applicants: We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants.
Grade 4/C in GCSE English and Mathematics (or equivalent) are normally required.
If you don't meet your tariff points total we may still consider your application.
Please contact our admissions team if you have a question.
Fees
See the further details of fees and potential extra costs when studying a course at the University of Gloucestershire.
UCAS codes
| UCAS codes available for this subject |
|---|
| BSc (Hons) - 3 years full-time | 3M7S |
| BSc (Hons) - 4 years placement | I610 |
| BSc (Hons) - 4 years integrated foundation stage | 3M8S |
Careers
- 3D modeller and animator
- Level designer
- Games programmer
- Games tester
- Mobile App Developer
- Independent Games Developer
Placement information
"The vast number of placements was simply outstanding." Andrew Shelton, Graduate
Placement type:
12-Month, Optional
Duration:
12 months, full-time (minimum 35 hours per week)
Location:
Placements can be carried out in the UK or overseas; popular overseas placement destinations include the USA, China and Europe. You may even wish to source your own placement in other countries.
Visa requirements:
If carrying out a placement abroad, there may be a visa requirement.
Financial arrangements:
On your placement year you will pay a reduced tuition fee and are still eligible to apply for a maintenance loan. Financial support is also available from the Student Finance Team by contacting moneyadvice@glos.ac.uk.
Placement support:
You will have access to guidance from the Placements Team throughout your placement search, and for the duration of your placement year. You can contact the Placements Team on placements@glos.ac.uk.
Industry links
Students can take field trips to visit EGX London (formerly Eurogamer expo), Comic Con London and Digital Bristol. Students have also completed work placements with Rockstar Games Lincoln, Codemasters and Microsoft.
Showcase your work at COMX
Showcase your final year project at http://comx.glos.ac.uk Sponsored by the Institute of Engineering (IES), this is your final year exhibition held on campus. You'll showcase your technical, aesthetic and project management skills in games programming to visiting industry professionals who are talent-scouting for soon-to-be graduates.
Visit national games events
You will have the opportunity to take exciting field trips to EGX London (formerly Eurogamer expo), Comic Con London and Digital Bristol, where you can meet and network with professionals in the industry. You can also participate in Games Jam, challenging yourself to create a game in 24 hours.
Guest speakers
Due to links with industry, you'll benefit from guest lectures who work within the gaming industry. Previous visitors to the university include Richard Lemarchand from Naughty Dog, Lewis Payne from Headstrong Games and Martin Kirkley from Codemasters.