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BA Game Design

University of Derby

Institution
University of Derby
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Game Design
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
I211
Typical offer
A-level BBC

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff: 112 A level: BBC T Level: Merit BTEC: DMM GCSE: GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6 English language: IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)

About this course

BA (Hons) in Creative Computing. Core topics include programming, systems design, artificial intelligence and machine learning, entrepreneurship, and design and creative practice. Students have access to specialist East Midlands Institute of Technology (EMIoT) labs, including motion capture facilities and XR equipment. The final year includes an individual project where students produce a dissertation and a practical artefact.

Modules

  • Professional Practice
  • ​​3D Modelling​
  • Programming
  • ​​Game Engines​
  • ​​Game Design Fundamentals​
  • ​​Art and Design Fundamentals​
  • ​​Level Design​
  • ​​Game Lab 1​
  • ​​Game Lab 2​
  • ​​Technical Game Design 1​
  • ​​Game Narratives and Worldbuilding​
  • Social and Sustainable Enterprise
  • Creativity and Innovation
  • ​​Game Development​
  • Individual Project
  • ​​Technical Game Design 2​
  • ​​Emerging Technologies​
  • ​​UI/UX Design​