BSc Computer Games Programming
About this course
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming, a games design degree focusing on the technical creation and software development of video games. Core topics include Programming, Project Management, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Design & Creative Practice. Students can choose a three-year study route, or extend their degree with an optional placement year or foundation year. The first year covers the foundations of software and engines through Game Concepts and Analysis, Developing for Games Engines, Introduction to Games Programming, and Software Development for Games. The second year introduces team workflows and complex systems via Collaborative Games Development, Technical Development for Games, and Complex Systems for Games. The final year centres on professional preparation and independent work through Studio Practice for Games and Major Project for Games.
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Entry requirements
112-96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths. If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 95 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 78%
- Gained a higher qualification: 6%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 1%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Web and Multimedia Design Professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 68%
- London: 7%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Game Concepts and Analysis
- Developing for Games Engines
- Introduction to Games Programming
- Software Development for Games
- Into ARU
- Collaborative Games Development
- Technical Development for Games
- Complex Systems for Games
- Ruskin Module
- Studio Practice for Games
- Major Project for Games
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Computer Games Programming at Anglia Ruskin University earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £36,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £1,000 more than the UK median for Computer games and animation.
What do graduates of BSc Computer Games Programming at Anglia Ruskin University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Computer Games Programming at Anglia Ruskin University?
82% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Computer Games Programming at Anglia Ruskin University?
The average entrant had 111 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Computer Games Programming at Anglia Ruskin University?
78% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.