BA Games Design and Development
Course overview
The BA Games Design and Development at Coventry University teaches all stages of game creation, from storyboarding, concept development and prototyping to full production, quality assurance and testing.
Students use a studio‑based environment that mirrors professional practice, supported by industry‑led projects and collaborative development, enabling you to build playable games across multiple platforms and are assessed through projects, pitching, prototyping and creation of game‑design documentation.
The first year is shared with related creative‑technology courses, while later years let you specialise and even opt for an optional placement year, with reduced fee and mentor support, to gain valuable hands-on experience.
Entry requirements
Candidates of BA Games Design and Development at Coventry University must submit a personal statement explaining their reason for applying for this course and an academic or employer reference, with an option to upload their CV to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need UCAS tariff points based on strong A-level or equivalent performance.
- Applicants holding another degree can be considered if they have relevant work experience in fields like game development or digital media.
English Proficiency:
- Candidates from non-English-speaking countries need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each section
- An equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) is also accepted
Scholarships
25% Alumni Discount
Alumni who hold an undergraduate or postgraduate degree are now eligible for a 25% discount on the majority of published postgraduate taught full-time or part-time course fees including postgraduate certificates, diplomas.
Coventry University Group Scholarship
£2,000 scholarship per year of study.
Up to £2,000Sports Scholarships
£1,500 or £3,000 per year
Vice-Chancellor Undergraduate Scholarship
Up to £4,000 off a full-time Undergraduate degree: Year 1 – £2,000, Year 2 – £1,000 and Year 3 – £1,000.
Career opportunities
Graduates of BA Games Design and Development In Coventry University can pursue roles such as:
- Games Designer
- Game Developer (Programmer)
- Quality Assurance (QA) Tester
- Concept Artist / Visual Designer
- Indie Studio Founder
Cost of study
International students of BA Games Design and Development from Coventry University pay £18,300 for their tuition fee yearly. Those who opt in for the placement year benefit from a reduced fee of around £1,800 for that year.
Admission
Candidates for BA Games Design and Development at Coventry University should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.
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