Games Development

About this programme

This degree in game design and development provides the creative and technical skills you need for a career in the video games industry. Dive into the exhilarating world of video games development with our BSc Hons Games Development degree, which offers a comprehensive blend of theory, practice, and technology, all crucial for your future career in the games industry. You’ll delve into games programming and the creative aspects of games development as you work with cutting-edge computer technologies through hands-on projects with industry-standard tools like Unity and Unreal Engine. This programme allows you to specialise in exciting areas such as gameplay programming, 3D modelling and animation, game AI, graphics programming, user interface design, virtual reality or game audio. Our degree is proudly accredited by TIGA, the trade association representing the UK games industry. This prestigious accolade signifies to future employers that you possess the right skills, as TIGA only accredits top-tier courses that produce industry-ready graduates. TIGA have praised aspects of the course such as the inclusion of industry guest talks from Sony PlayStation, and opportunities for collaborative cross-disciplinary work on our vibrant group project modules and game jams. 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. Our unique facilities on the bank of the Thames also play host to Sony PlayStation 5 Development Kits, Meta Quest 3 virtu