About this program
BSc Computer Games Programming
Whether you are interested in developing games for entertainment or for serious applications, our BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming will take you to the next level with your career plans.
- Join a course with an outstanding reputation within the gaming industry
- Gain both the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills you need to develop first-rate games
- Choose to take an optional industrial placement year which will add substance to your CV and broaden your professional networks
- Become a member of the Microsoft Developer Network Academic Alliance, allowing you to use Microsoft products at home.
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Admission requirements
BSc (Hons)
2022 entry
These are the typical qualification requirements for September 2022 entry.
- UCAS points - 112-120
- A Level - BBB-BBC
- BTEC - DDM-DMM
- GCSE - GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
- Access to HE - Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)
2023 entry
These are the typical qualification requirements for September 2023 entry.
- UCAS points - 112-120
- A Level - BBB-BBC
- T Level - Merit
- BTEC - DDM-DMM
- GCSE - GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
- Access to HE - Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum of Distinction: 15, Merit: 24, Pass: 6
English language requirements
IELTS: 6.0 (with at least 5.5 in each skills area)
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Learn moreProgram content
Year 1
- Computational Mathematics
- Foundations of Computer Science
- Introduction to Computer Science
- Programming 1
- Programming II
- Networking Fundamentals
Year 2
- Computational Mathematics
- Foundations of Computer Science
- Introduction to Computer Science
- Programming 1
- Programming II
- Networking Fundamentals
Year 3
- Systems Programming
- Game Development
- Game Behaviour
- Independent Studies
Scholarships & funding
Several scholarship options are available. Please check the university website for more information.
Tuition
Tuition Fees
Full time
- UK - £9,250 per year
- International - £14,045 per year
Qualification
UCAS points: 112-120 (September 2022 entry)
Career paths
Skilled games Programrs will discover a wide variety of career opportunities everywhere from small start-up companies to major multinational organisations. This course represents the ideal preparation for roles such as gameplay Programr, tools developer and AI Programr. You might even want to start your own company after graduating.
Because the BSc (Hons) Computer Games Programming has such a solid computing and software engineering focus, it also opens up excellent prospects for our graduates across all software development roles in the computing industry.
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University of Derby
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