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BSc (Hons) Game Programming

Birmingham City University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    Millennium Point Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Do you aspire to be a master game programmer? Our BSc (Hons) Game Programming course is designed to propel you into the dynamic world of game development. Immerse yourself in our advanced game programming labs, equipped with the latest software and hardware, including high-performance PCs and VR development kits.This course offers a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in areas like AI, mobile and console game development, and graphics programming. Collaborations with industry giants and proximity to game studios provide unparalleled networking opportunities and insights into real-world applications. Get ready to make your mark in the gaming industry, showcasing your skills in prestigious competitions like the Global Game Jam.Our facilities are specifically designed to provide a real-world gaming development environment. You will have access to cutting-edge game development PCs and console development platforms. We emphasise hands-on learning with tools like Unity, Unreal Engine, and custom game engines developed in-house. The course also fosters a practical understanding of hardware used in game development, from mobile devices to high-end gaming consoles.Through our partnerships with leading technology companies and game development studios, you will have the unique opportunity to work on collaborative projects, gaining invaluable industry experience. These collaborations enable you to stay ahead of technological trends and learn directly from experts in the field.


Professional Placement Year

This course offers an optional professional placement year. This allows you to spend a whole year with an employer, following successful completion of your second year, and is a great way to find out more about your chosen career. Some students even return to the same employers after completing their studies.If you choose to pursue a placement year, you will need to find a suitable placement to complement your chosen area of study. You will be able to draw on the Universitys extensive network of local, regional, and national employers, and the support of our Careers teams. If you are able to secure a placement, you can request to be transferred to the placement version of the course.Please note that fees are payable during your placement year, equivalent to 20% of the total full-time course fee for that year.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 13,980per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

Access to HE Diploma

Access to HE Diploma :

Pass with 60 credits. At least 45 credits at level 3 with 18 credits with Merit or Distinction

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Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University

  • University League Table

    92nd

  • Campus address

    Birmingham City University, University House, 15 Bartholomew Row, Birmingham, Birmingham, B5 5JU, England

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Live and study in an affordable multicultural city with a diverse multi-ethnic population.
Many master's courses offer international students optional six-month professional placements towards the end of their studies.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    69th out of 117 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    127 56%

    68th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    67th

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.16 79%

    16th

    9

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