BSc Computing for Games
Entry requirements
We consider all applications on their own individual merit and potential. Our diverse community is creative, innovative and entrepreneurial. We recognise that these qualities aren’t always shown in academic grades alone. That’s why, while many of our applicants achieve high academic grades, we also welcome those who can demonstrate their potential through an interview. We welcome applications from all subject backgrounds, whether you’ve specialised in STEM, the arts or humanities. Find out more about our Entry Requirements here . Course routes & entry requirements BSc(Hons) three year degree Minimum 96 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Mathematics Grade 4 (C) BSc(Hons) four year degree with professional placement Minimum 96 UCAS Tariff points GCSE Mathematics Grade 4 (C) BSc(Hons) four year degree with Integrated Foundation Year Minimum 64 UCAS Tariff points Check how many points your qualifications are worth
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Animation, interactive, film and sound. Core topics include Programming, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Mathematical Modelling, Data Analysis, Statistics, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course will be renamed BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming for new students from September 2027. An optional foundation year is available, extending the course to four years.
Modules
- Explore
- Technique
- Apply
- Industry
- Launch
- Principles of Computing
- Development Foundations
- Digital Creativity
- Data Fundamentals
- Multidisciplinary Teamwork
- Individual Programming Project
- Advanced Game Programming
- Computational Mathematics
- World Building: Pre-production
- World Building: Production
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Research & Development: Proposal
- Digital Innovation
- Graphics & Simulation
- Research & Development: Dissertation
- Major Collaboration