Games Design

University of Roehampton
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Computer games and animation

UCAS Points

112 points

About this course

Why this course? • Top 3 modern university in London (Complete University Guide 2025) • Ranked in the top 15% in the world (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2024) • #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction (National Student Survey 2024)

• Gain proficiency in game design. This comprehensive expertise equips you to delve into diverse aspects of the gaming world. • Underpinning the whole three years will be engagement and teaching from industry professional. • Experience project-based learning, ensuring you graduate with technical and professional fluency. • Study in our brand new state-of-the-art lab facilities.

About this course

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of game design with our BSc Games Design program.

You will graduate as a confident, independent thinker, with the detailed knowledge and skills you need to adapt rapidly to change.

Skills

Embark on the BSc Games Design journey and unlock a world of skills that will propel you into the heart of the gaming industry. Across Levels 4, 5, and 6, our Transformation modules nurture the essential skillset vital for securing a successful career in the gaming realm, while also guiding you in making informed pathway decisions. Explore the intricate structures of the industry through engaging workshops and fortify your career choices with additional research. At Level 5, your academic insights take shape as you put them into practice, choosing your preferred pathway. Craft your critical proposal and connect with a mentor from your chosen field, a key step in shaping your career trajectory.

By Level 6, you'll find yourself in the midst of invaluable placement learning, as you construct a professional portfolio poised to impress future employers, collaborators, and clients. Throughout this exciting three-year journey, you'll be nurtured by the wisdom and expertise of industry professionals, preparing you to thrive in the dynamic world of game design.

Career opportunities

Embark on an exhilarating journey with our BSc Games Design program, where limitless career possibilities await. Our graduates are equipped to step into the thrilling world of games development or explore a broader spectrum of roles that demand unparalleled image-making skills for immersive digital environments.

From becoming visionary games designers to dynamic games producers, ingenious narrative designers, strategic project managers, and the creative minds behind exceptional user experiences and interactions (UX/UI designers), your path to success is boundless.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2141 Web design professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2139 Information technology professionals
3131 IT operations technicians
3132 IT user support technicians
2137 IT network professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
London
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer games and animation