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BSc Games Design

Manchester Metropolitan University

Institution
Manchester Metropolitan University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
BSc (Hons) Games Design
Duration
3-4 years
UCAS code
WGD1
Typical offer
A-level BCC, IB 26, UCAS 112

Entry requirements

A level: BCC IB: IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 112 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English and Mathematics

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Animation, interactive, film and sound. Core topics include Programming and Project Management. The programme features a collaborative Games Studio module and an individual Final Year Project. A placement year and foundation year are available, and final-year students may exhibit work at a degree show.

Modules

  • Computer Games Programming
  • Game Mechanics
  • Game Design Principles
  • Games Design Techniques
  • Games, Players and Data
  • Environment and Level Design
  • Rapid Game Prototyping
  • Speculative Futures
  • UX and Design Principles
  • Games Studio
  • Final Year Project
  • The Games Industry