BA Game Design
Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications . Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points
About this course
BA (Hons) in Animation, interactive, film and sound. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Communication & Writing, and Design & Creative Practice. The course includes a collaborative game project and a final-year major project in games design. An optional year in industry is available.
Modules
- Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
- Introduction to Study in the Humanities
- Research in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
- Group Challenge (Humanities)
- Foundation in Data Analysis
- Academic Writing Skills
- Game Design & Prototyping
- 2D Visual Design
- Introduction to Game Audio
- 3D Asset Design
- Environment Design
- Critical Studies Project
- Collaborative Game Project
- Rapid Prototyping
- Level Design
- 3D Character Design
- Practical Skills for UI/UX
- Post-Production & VFX
- Scriptwriting for Game Stories
- 3D Character Animation
- Music and Sound for Media
- Major Project (Games Design)
- Emerging Technologies
- Professional Portfolio Design