Games Design

Leeds Beckett University

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

Games Design BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Leeds Beckett University, based in Leeds, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £24,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Entry requires around 112 UCAS points.

UCAS Points

112 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Prepare for a career in games and computer entertainment, animation, interactive environments, 3D visualisation or creative advertising.

Develop the specialist skills and knowledge to enter the games, digital and creative entertainment industries.

As part of your course you’ll:

- Focus on three main areas: programming and software engineering; art, concept and asset production; and game design studies, practice and theory

- Take products from an initial idea through the design, visualisation and technical implementation stages

- Be encouraged to foster your individual creativity

- Produce games based on your ideas

- Work with other students and tutors who have a passion for games and gaming

Find out more

Placement opportunities, networking events and guest lectures from industry experts such as Disney animator Aaron Blaise, Codemasters, Team17 Digital and Ben Dare from Ubisoft Toronto will enhance your awareness of the career opportunities open to you.

Final year students also have the opportunity to showcase their work in front of leading employers at the end of year degree show. You can see some of their work in the Leeds School of Arts Festival. Previous years have seen many of our students gain job offers through the showcase opportunities.

Why study Games Design at Leeds Beckett University...
- 100% of BSc (Hons) graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*

- Gain valuable time in industry and practise developing content based on professional briefs through our placement scheme

- Showcase your work in front of leading employers at the end of year degree show, where past students have secured job offers

- Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north, with 3000 students spread across over 40 courses

Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 21-22*

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 112 points

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Leeds

Avg. grad pay (5y): £24,000

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Leeds

Avg. grad pay (5y): £24,000

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 Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Leeds
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Computer games and animation
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000