BSc (Hons) Games Design

... United Kingdom
... Leeds Beckett University

Course Overview

Develop the specialist skills and knowledge to enter the games, digital and creative entertainment industries.

As part of your course, you’ll:

  • Focus on three main areas: programming and software engineering; art, concept and asset production; and game design studies, practice and theory

  • Take products from an initial idea through the design, visualisation and technical implementation stages

  • Be encouraged to foster your individual creativity

  • Produce games based on your ideas

  • Work with other students and tutors who have a passion for games and gaming
     

Placement opportunities, networking events and guest lectures from industry experts such as Disney animator Aaron Blaise, Codemasters, Team17 Digital and Ben Dare from Ubisoft Toronto will enhance your awareness of the career opportunities open to you.  

General Eligibility

Access to HE Diploma

  • Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points.

T Levels

  • Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.

Scottish Awards

  • 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.

Irish Leaving Certificate

  • 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at a higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.

International baccalaureate

  • 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.

Portfolio Required

  • All suitable candidates will be required to submit a portfolio, examples of which could include: creative 2D/3D digital art, traditional image making and sketchbooks, as well as knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject area. Further guidance will be provided to applicants when they are asked to submit a portfolio.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Computing


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Campus Name

City Campus


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

14000, (INT)


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