BSc Games Development
Course overview
This undergraduate course is for people who are interested in developing gaming experiences and becoming programmers capable of working in the industry. The curriculum focuses on the creation of programming and scripting skills, as well as the knowledge of game and level design. Students will know how to work with the same tools and techniques as the professional game studios, and learn to create their own portfolio of completed work with the help of individual and group projects.
Another important element of the programme is the possibility to work with students of the Games Design course. Such collaboration will make students see the role of various positions in the making of a computer game. Students have the opportunity to build teamwork skills by participating in different assessments and activities, including game jams.
Entry requirements
To be enrolled, you need to submit a personal statement, and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. You can also upload your CV along with your applications to demonstrate your work experience.
Grade Requirements:
For the three-year programme, you need 112 UCAS points, which is equivalent to BCC-BBC at A-level, a BTEC Extended Diploma (DMM), a T Level (Merit), or an International Baccalaureate (28 points).
English Proficiency:
International applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency. A typical requirement is an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no individual band score below 5.5. Other test scores, like TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this programme work as:
- Game Designer
- Game Programmer
- Game Artist
- Quality Assurance (QA) Tester
- Technical Artist
- Audio Engineer
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students taking the Games Development BSc at the University of Chester is £14,450.
Admission
Students can apply for the University of Chester Games Development BSc programme directly to the university. Our experienced advisors are available to assist you.
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