BSc Computer Games Design Development

The BSc Computer Games Design and Development at Cardiff Metropolitan University is a hands-on course that teaches you how to make computer and video games. It is designed to help you find a job in the games industry, which is one of the biggest in the world.

You will study subjects like game design, game engines, virtual reality (VR), artificial intelligence (AI), and mobile games. You will also learn how to use real tools and equipment used by game companies, such as game kits from Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo, as well as VR headsets like Oculus and HTC. As you continue your studies, you can choose to focus on one area and finish your degree in Gameplay, Game Engine, or Virtual Reality.

By studying BSc Computer Games Design and Development at Cardiff Metropolitan University, you will get support from friendly teachers with real industry experience. You will also use modern facilities, including VR labs and gaming spaces. This course gives you the skills and knowledge that many companies are looking for, and past students have gone on to work for well-known game companies.

Cardiff Metropolitan University is a public university in Cardiff, the capital city of Wales. It started in 1865 with the opening of the Cardiff School of Art.

The university has two main campuses: Llandaff Campus and Cyncoed Campus. The Llandaff Campus is home to different schools, such as Sport and Health Sciences, Management, Technologies, and Art and Design. The Cyncoed Campus is home to Education, Social Policy, and additional Sport & Health Sciences facilities such as student accommodation, shops, cafés, and sports labs.

Cardiff Met is praised for its strong teaching standards. It was awarded a Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2017) and named University of the Year in 2021.

Grade Requirements:

• The typical requirement to study this course is a UCAS tariff of 112 - 120 points. This can be achieved through qualifications such as A-Levels (CCC), BTEC Diploma (DMM), Access to Higher Education Diploma, and International Baccalaureate. 

English Proficiency:

• International students whose first language is not English are required to provide proof of proficiency in English. To do this, an Academic IELTS score of 6.0 with at least 5.5 in all components, or equivalent is required.

The tuition fee to study the BSc Computer Games Design and Development at Cardiff Metropolitan University for the 2025/2026 academic year is £16,000.

Cardiff Metropolitan University provides a number of scholarships and financial aid options to help international students with their school fees and costs of living. One such available scholarship is the Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship. This awards up to £3,500 to students with strong academic grades and good professional experience.

Graduates of the BSc in Computer Games Design & Development from Cardiff Metropolitan University can work in roles including, but not limited to the following: 

• Game Designer 
• Computer Programmer 
• Sound Engineer 
• VR/AR Developer 
• Game Artist 
• Game Writer

Applications can be made directly to the university through its International Student Application Form. For support on the process, you can reach out to our counsellors at AHZ.