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Course summary

BSc (Honours) Computer Science for Games

This course prepares you for a career in game development for consoles and PC, game engine programming, gameplay programming, and quality assurance testing.

How you learn

• Group work
• Lectures and seminars
• Technical workshops in computer labs
• Independent learning
• Practice-based learning and group work

Modules

Year 1

Compulsory modules

• Fundamentals Of C++ Programming (40 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (80%), Practical (20%)
  • This module introduces computer programming using a procedural problem-solving approach.
• Fundamentals Of Computer Architecture (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module introduces the fundamental principles and features that underpin all modern computing system design.
• Mathematics For Graphics (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module provides a foundational knowledge of numerical, mathematical, and statistical knowledge.
• Programming 2D Games (40 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module introduces varied, up-to-date, and industry-standard game-making solutions.

Year 2

Compulsory modules

• 3D Game Development (40 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module develops your programming skills, building on the material covered at Level 4.
• Mathematics For Modelling And Rendering (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module extends your knowledge of mathematics, graphics algorithms, and programming.
• Object Oriented C++ Programming (40 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (80%), Exam (20%)
  • This module continues to develop your programming skills, using the object-oriented programming paradigm.
• Software-Hardware Optimisation Techniques (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module aims to make students aware of the most common methods of applying optimisation methods in practical situations.

Year 3

Compulsory modules

• Advanced Games Console Projects (40 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module is an applied project of work experience, enabling you to develop a successful game prototype.
• Advanced Games Console Techniques (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module expands the student's skill set by preparing them to work on additional games industry-standard platforms.
• Development Project (40 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (40%), Practical (60%)
  • This module emphasizes the necessity of incorporating ethical design principles into AI and data science projects.

Elective modules

• Effective C++ Programming (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module explores the deeper conceptual and technical features of software implementation techniques.
• Machine Learning Algorithms And Heuristics (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module explores some of the important applications of machine learning systems.
• Virtual And Augmented Reality Applications (20 credits)
  • Assessment: Coursework (100%)
  • This module offers an opportunity to gain an understanding of the alternate technical and design requirements presented from XR.

Future careers

This course prepares you for a career in:

• Game development for consoles and PC
• Game engine programming
• Gameplay programming
• Quality assurance testing

Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for:

• Sumo Digital
• Unity
• Firebrand
• Twinkl

Equipment and facilities

You will work with:

• Three IT laboratories equipped with high-spec computers and graphics cards dedicated to game development
• Industry/professional-grade software, including Unity and Unreal game development platforms, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft’s Visual Studio
• PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 development kits, including the actual game console hardware and associated development software
• Game playing facilities and arcade games for game evaluation/fun

Entry requirements

• UCAS points: 112-120
• GCSE: English Language or Literature at grade C or 4, Maths at grade B or 5
• Additional information for EU/International students: If you are an International or non-UK European student, you can find out more about the country-specific qualifications we accept on our international qualifications page.

Fees and funding

• Home students: £9,535 per year (capped at a maximum of 20% of this during your placement year)
• International students: £17,155 per year (capped at a maximum of 20% of this during your placement year)

Where will I study?

You will study at City Campus through a structured mix of lectures, seminars, and practical sessions as well as access to digital and online resources to support your learning.

Legal information

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