Games Design

University of Central Lancashire

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

Games Design BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 3 years. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

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Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

96 points

Typical offer · UCAS

About this course

Course Overview

You'll love our Games Design course if you want to design the games you play. From the start, you’ll be designing and developing games, from design and animation to digital modelling.

Why study with us

- Games Design at the University of Central Lancashire is accredited by Unreal Academic Partner Program.

- The course has a large dedicated studio with high end PC’s , graphic tablets, VR sets etc. The studio open to all students throughout the working week and has a friendly collaborative atmosphere which prepares students for their professional career.

- Many of our graduates are now well-respected games designers and artists. In a variety of high-profile companies in the games industry.

What you'll do

- You’ll have the opportunity to work on live projects with companies, adding a real boost to your CV.

- You are encouraged to operate as a games designer. And given the creative freedom and necessary skills to develop your own ideas.

- We have an established visiting Industry Speaker programme. Which includes Lead Designers, 3D Artists, QA, Production and Technical Artists from AAA and independent game development studios.

Future Careers

Our alumni have gone on to work for a variety of highly successful games companies. For example TT Games, Warner Brothers, Ninja Theory, Team17, Sumo Digital, Naughty Dog, Riot Games, Playdemic and Rebellion.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 96 points
BTEC MMM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer games and animation