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BSc Computer Games Development

University of Lancashire

Institution
University of Lancashire
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Computer Games Development
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
G638

Entry requirements

64 points at A2 BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP BTEC Diploma: MM Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 64 points from Higher Level Subjects T Level: P (D or E) IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Animation, interactive, film and sound, with a focus on computer games development. Core topics include Programming, Computer Architecture, Embedded Systems, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Data Analysis, and Project Management. The programme includes a foundation year, with progression to the BSc (Hons) upon successful completion. An optional sandwich year in industry is available, and the final year features an Honours Degree Project.

Modules

  • Introduction to Software Development
  • Investigating IT
  • Problem-solving for Computing
  • Study Skills 1 - Learning How to Learn
  • Study Skills 2 - Developing Academic Skills
  • Foundation Mathematics
  • The Computing Challenge
  • Introduction to Networking
  • Games Concepts
  • Programming
  • Computer Systems and Security
  • Systems Analysis and Database Design
  • The Agile Professional
  • Games Development 1
  • Software Development
  • Advanced Programming
  • Computer Graphics
  • Computational Thinking
  • Honours Degree Project
  • Games Development 2
  • Mathematics and Technologies for Games
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cross Platform Development
  • Human-Computer Interaction
  • Data Science