BSc Games Development
Entry requirements
Year 1 standard entry requirement: UCAS Tariff: 96; Scottish Higher: BBCC or equivalent incl Higher in Maths, Applications of Maths, Computing or a Science subject or Technology subject.; A Level: CCC or equivalent incl A Level in Maths, Computing or a Science subject or Technology subject..
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering. Core topics include Programming, Systems Design, Computer Architecture, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The programme spans four years and includes a final-year integrated project. Modules also cover game engines, narrative design, and user research.
Modules
- Introduction to Games Programming
- Introduction To Games Design
- Mathematics for Computer Games
- Fundamentals of Computer Systems
- Integrated Project 1
- Introduction to 3D Modelling
- Fundamentals of Network and Cloud Computing
- Design of Playful Experiences
- Programming Structure and Design
- Working with Game Engines
- Integrated Project 2
- Human Computer Interaction
- Unreal Game Development
- Game Narrative
- Game Content and Level Design
- Game Preproduction Workshop
- Games Programming 1
- Game Artificial Intelligence
- Integrated Project 3
- Research Skills Professional Issues (ACG)
- Games Programming 2
- User Psychology
- Serious Games Design
- Research Skills Professional Issues
- Game User Research
- Honours Project
- Graphics Programming
- Network Game Programming
- Portfolio
- Games Programming 3
- Games System Design
- Experimental Games
- Creative Practice