Games Development

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

UCAS Points

112 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

This degree in game design and game development provides the creative and technical skills you need for a career in video game development.

The games development degree combines all aspects of theory, practice and technology essential to your career. You'll learn games programming and get the chance to explore creative aspects of games development that are used in the industry through practical projects. You'll experience the theories, practices and the application of computing technologies for the development of video games, together with technical skills in digital design and real-time 3D graphics.

Our degree is proudly accredited by TIGA, the trade association representing the UK’s gaming industry. This prestigious accreditation signifies to future employers that you possess the right skills, as TIGA only accredits top-tier courses that produce industry-ready graduates.

Our computer labs are equipped with high-spec gaming computers featuring RTX graphics processing units (GPUs) and dual screens, housed within our state-of-the-art games and digital media suite. You’ll have the chance to engage with industry professionals at events we host, such as our Global Game Jam. Collaborate with fellow students on campus and connect with thousands of designers and developers worldwide who are working on games with the same theme. Graduates of this degree have successfully secured positions in video game companies and IT fields utilising related technologies. What you should know about this course

  • You will have the opportunity to build a broad range of technical skills in games development, specialising in programming or 3D modelling and animation.

  • This course is designed for those who wish to pursue a career in computer games development and/or related areas of IT where games technology skills are used.

  • The degree is accredited by TIGA, the trade association for video games, to ensure the content is relevant for careers in the games industry.

  • All of our modules have been designed and contextualised for games students

  • You will have access to High Spec Gaming PCs with RTX 4090 GPUs and dual screens in our state-of-art computer labs.
  • 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: London

    Avg. Salary: £27,000

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £27,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2142 Graphic and multimedia designers
    5243 TV, video and audio servicers and repairers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer games and animation
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £27,000