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Computer Games Development BSc (Hons)

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Our computer games development degree is designed to help you become a games programmer. From the word go youll be hands-on, designing and programming games as you prepare for an exciting career at the cutting-edge of interactive digital content. In our state-of-the-art facilities, youll develop traditional computer science skills, such as programming and maths for computing, as well as specialist games development and design techniques. Youll also study all types of games software, from the programming of game mechanics, to high-level development tools such as Unity and Unreal Engine. At the same time, youll be learning about game logic and architecture, the production of game prototypes, and the processes used to design and develop games in industry. We've designed the course to ensure direct relevance to the computer games industry and to provide you with opportunities to showcase your work to potential employers. Throughout the course youll build up a portfolio of work that you can showcase when you come to apply for games development roles in industry. With game jams and lots of opportunities for work experience to hone your skills, by the time you leave us youll be well on your way to becoming a player in the action-packed world of computer games. 3 years full-time 4 years with placement 4 years with foundation year.

Career prospects

The rapidly changing digital, new media and creative industries offer career opportunities in an extremely wide range of roles. A degree in computer games development will prepare you for a career in games design and games programming, but also in broader roles such as in software development, UX analysis or in managing technology to support a range of public and private sector organisations.

In addition, the skills you learn on this degree are highly valued by a range of employers and opportunities may exist in areas such as project management, scientific research, education and many more.

Manchester is a major hub for the digital technology industry. The close proximity of MediaCityUK and a large number of both established companies and innovative tech start-ups means that the opportunities for technological collaboration are huge. Situated in the ‘Oxford Road Corridor innovation district of Manchester, the University and the Department of Computing and Mathematics are perfectly placed to work with key players in the digital technology and new media sectors.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 20,000per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : BBB

GCE A levels - grades BBB, and to include minimum grade B in one of the following subjects: IT, Computer Science, Mathematics, CCEA Digital Technology, Software Systems Development or a science subject.

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University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    56th

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries.
Each year, it offers a range of welcome events to help new students settle into university, explore the city, and prepare for their academic studies.
Study in the centre of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students’ Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    45th out of 117 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    138 61%

    42nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    46th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    38th

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