Computer Science with Games Programming BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Games development is a large and thriving industry in the UK. The games industry is constantly evolving and, as technology advances, the technical requirements needed are ever increasing. This course is designed, therefore, to prepare you for a career in this faced-paced world.
The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with Computer Science with Games Programming courses are Software Engineer, Games Designer, Environment Artist, Gameplay Programmer and Gameplay Engineer.* Supporting you to create novel solutions to tackle the issues that face the industry, our covers general computing and software engineering knowledge and techniques that apply across the computing industry. *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduate roles. You'll study programming languages, including Java, and we'll support you in progressing to C++, the industry standard language for writing performant software. You'll also explore the technical aspects of games development in dedicated games modules, covering everything from game engine architecture to computer graphics and Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Focusing on game-specific technologies, such as shaders, computer vision and virtual reality (VR), you can work in multidisciplinary teams on group projects to both challenge you and enhance your teamwork skills. You'll have access to industry- standard hardware and software, in dedicated labs with high performance graphics cards. In the National Student Survey 2025, Computer Science ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback.
Key highlights
- Progress from Java to C++, the industry standard for performant software
- Dedicated games modules covering engine architecture, graphics and AI
- Explore shaders, computer vision and virtual reality technologies
- Multidisciplinary team projects build collaboration and teamwork skills
- Dedicated labs with industry-standard hardware and high-performance graphics cards
- Computer Science ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback (NSS 2025)
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBB-BBC — BBB-BBC at A Level . 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
- UCAS tariff points: 112-120 — BBB-BBC at A Level . 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level .
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — in a subject that is relevant to the course with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
- GCSE: 4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Software Engineer
- Games Designer
- Environment Artist
- Gameplay Programmer
- Gameplay Engineer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
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 Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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