University of Greenwich

BSc Games Development

University of Greenwich

Course overview

The BSc Games Development (with Sandwich) at the University of Greenwich equips students with the technical and creative skills needed for a career in the video games industry. The course covers areas such as game programming, artificial intelligence, virtual reality,  user interface design, 3D modelling, animation, as well as the use of industry tools like Unity and Unreal Engine. 

Learning methods include lectures, practical laboratory sessions, and group projects in professional studio environments. Assessment involves a combination of portfolio work, technical reports, and practical assignments where students build and test their own games. There is also a placement year that ensures students gain the practical experience required by employers.

Entry requirements

Applicants are required to submit a personal statement explaining the reasons for their application to the course and providing other relevant details about their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also needed. Students can also include their CVs to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants typically require 112 UCAS tariff points, including A-Levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma, an overall Merit in a T Level, an Access to HE Diploma, or an International Baccalaureate.

English Proficiency:

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must demonstrate their English language proficiency by achieving an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component.
  • Other English language qualifications, like TOEFL, are also accepted.

Scholarships

  • David Fussey Choral Exhibition Bursary

    The bursary is worth £1,000 per year for up to three years. Winners will be expected to perform a number of duties.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Hardship Fund

    The maximum award is £1,000 per academic year.

    Up to £1,000

  • International Scholarship Award

    International students who hold an offer to study at the University of Greenwich could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £3,500 in their first year.

  • The Global Greenwich Bursary

    A scholarship of up to £2,000 paid to students who are undertaking their first approved study abroad Programme at the University of Greenwich.

  • Uni Toolkit Scholarship

    This is a £1000 cash bursary paid in your first year of study to students from our local school.

    Up to £1,000

  • Visionary Scholarship

    We can offer two cash scholarships worth £5,750.

    Up to £5,750

  • William Hills Scholarship

    The William Hills Bursary offering three students £5,000 each year for the duration of their 3-year BEng Mechanical Engineering degree including extended programmes.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BSc Games Development (with Sandwich) from the University of Greenwich can pursue roles in:

  • Gameplay Programming
  • Game Design
  • 3D Modelling
  • Game AI Development
  • Virtual Reality Development

Cost of study

The current cost for studying BSc Games Development (with Sandwich) in the University of Greenwich is £17,975 per year for International students.

Admission

Those who wish to study the course can apply directly to the University. You can reach out to our trained counsellors for help.

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