Birmingham City University

BA Game Design

Birmingham City University

Course overview

The BA Game Design at Birmingham City University is a full-time course designed to teach you how to create game narratives and build engaging games. During this course, you will learn how to use industry-standard tools and design software to bring your artistic vision to life. Also, you will cover core aspects such as game mechanics, animation, game programming, technical game development, artificial intelligence, and other advanced technical design skills.

For this programme, the university makes sure to emphasise practice and teamwork, as you will work on simulated projects with other students. Also, you will get the opportunity to work with a real establishment through the optional placement year. At the end of the course, you will have designed and developed complex game systems with advanced technology and the necessary skill set.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • As an applicant, you should have a minimum UCAS point of 112 from either an A-Level (BBC) or the International Baccalaureate (28 points overall). 

English Proficiency 

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Accelerate Scholarship

    If you come from a lower income family or household, you could receive an offer that is up to four grades below our normal entry requirements – and possibly claim a £1,000 scholarship too.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Undergraduate Scholarships

    BCU is offering a guaranteed scholarship of £5,000 to all self-funding international undergraduate students joining BCU on a full-time degree in September 2026.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Scholarship

    Enhanced performance support funding.

  • The High Achievers' Scholarship

    You will be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship to get your university life off to a flying start.

    Up to £1,000

Career opportunities

Here are some of the career options you have with a BA in Game Design from Birmingham City University:

 

  • Game Designer

  • Level Designer

  • Gameplay Programmer

  • UI/UX Designer for Games

  • Game Tester (Quality Assurance)

  • Narrative Designer

Cost of study

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) to study BA Game Design at Birmingham City University is £17,690. However, placement year costs and other personal expenses are not included.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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