Cardiff Metropolitan University

BSc Computer Games Design Development Gameplay

Cardiff Metropolitan University

Course overview

Cardiff Metropolitan University's BSc Computer Games Design & Development (Gameplay) programme teaches students to design engaging gameplay systems, effective game mechanics, and compelling player experiences. Students will discover how games operate, using professional tools such as Unity and Unreal Engine. For hands-on experience, the programme offers access to Virtual Reality (VR) kits, various game consoles, and advanced motion capture laboratories.

This programme holds accreditation from TIGA, ensuring its alignment with industry standards. Furthermore, it offers students valuable chances for work placements and involvement with professionals from the sector. Students collaborate with others in a studio setting, preparing them for roles in game design, development, and production.

Learning is hands-on, mainly through projects, laboratory work, and teamwork. Different methods are used to evaluate understanding and progress. These include examinations, programming tasks, reports, presentations, and practical tests. 

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants need a qualification equivalent to 112-120 UCAS Tariff points. They are also required to have grades DMM in the BTEC Extended Diploma. Other accepted qualifications include T Level (Merit), an Access to Higher Education Diploma, and an International Baccalaureate.

English Proficiency

  • International students must have an IELTS overall score of 6.0, with no component below 5.5. Other accepted English tests include a TOEFL iBT score of 72, a Pearson PTE Academic score of 54 overall or a Cambridge English Advanced B2, with a minimum score of 169 and no part lower than 162.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Full Fee Discount

    Award: Up to £1,000

  • Sport Scholarships

    Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.

  • Undergraduate Scholarship

    Award: £2,500

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

Cardiff Metropolitan University's BSc Computer Games Design & Development (Gameplay) programme prepares students for careers in the computing sector. Graduates often find suitable roles such as:

  • Gameplay Programmer
  • Level Designer
  • Game Designer
  • Tools Developer
  • Technical Designer
  • QA/Game Tester

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students enrolled in the BSc Computer Games Design & Development (Gameplay) at Cardiff Metropolitan University is £16,000 per year.

Admission

Applications for this programme should be submitted through UCAS. For expert admissions guidance, contact the AHZ counsellors.

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