Game Design BA (Hons)
University of East LondonStratford Campus, London
Course overview
In the ever-changing landscape of technology and entertainment, a degree in game design is an exciting choice for a future career. As the industry expands and diversifies, you will leave with a solid foundation in all aspects of modern game design. You can find opportunities in various industries including, of course, routes into game design jobs.
You will learn a variety of game-specific skills. This will equip you to be a pioneer in the industry and get into the game design career you love. This course is being updated for September 2026.
The refreshed curriculum is shaped by student feedback and informed by collaboration with industry partners. Course and module information may change while revalidation is completed. If you would like an informal conversation about this course, including how it can support your educational goals and future career plans, please get in touch with the course team.
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Key highlights
- Solid foundation in all aspects of modern game design
- Teaches a variety of game-specific skills
- Curriculum refreshed for September 2026 using student feedback
- Curriculum informed by collaboration with industry partners
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Accepted Qualifications112 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator, including:A Levels in at least two subjects BTEC Extended Diploma - DMM BTEC level 3 Diploma - D*D* Ac…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Extended Diploma
- BTEC: D*D* — BTEC level 3 Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — to include including a minimum of 15 p
- GCSE: 4/C — to include English
Scholarships
Engagement Bursary
Up to £3,000
Hardship Bursary
Up to £3,000
International Scholarship
Scholarships range between £500 and £5,000 - off your first year's tuition fees - (depending on your course programme).
Up to £500Postgraduate Alumni Discount
If you progress directly with no gap year, you may receive a 15% discount. For direct progression graduates achieving an Upper Second-Class Honours (2:1), you may receive a 20% discount.
Sports Scholarships
Annual financial contributions to academic studies and living costs
Careers this course leads to
- Game designer
- Level designer
- Narrative designer
- Gameplay designer
- Technical designer
- QA tester
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9790 per year | International: £9790 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East London, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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