Program Overview

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Foundation Year (Year 0):

This programme can incorporate a Foundation Year, which is intended for students wishing to enrol onto the three-year honours degree, who fall into one of the following categories:

1. Students who have not achieved the required A-Level points (or equivalent) score to enter the first year of the degree programme.

2. Mature students who have been out of the formal education system for some time.

Further information about the Foundation Year can be found by

clicking here

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Degree

The degree programme is comprised of a number of compulsory modules, with a choice of two options in the final year to develop your specific interests and expertise.

Students also have the option to complete a year-long placement in industry between Years 2 and 3.

All modules are 20 credits, unless specified.

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Year 1:

Compulsory modules:

Application Development

Architectures and Operating Systems

Computational Thinking

HCI and UX in Virtual Environments

Introduction to Virtual and Augmented Reality Technologies

Principles of Programming

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Year 2:

Compulsory modules:

Introduction to Level Design and Games Asset Development

Multimedia and Interaction

Navigating Virtual Worlds

Real-Time Computer Graphics

Real-World Interaction with AI

Research and Professional Skills

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Year 3:

Compulsory modules:

Dissertation Project (40 credits)

Creating Virtual Worlds using the GPU

Spatial Audio Development

Optional modules:

Advanced Mechanics

Computational Intelligence

Gamification and Developing for Non-Game Contexts

Industrial Work Experience (Placement)

Mobile Game Development

Multi-Player Game Development

Parallel and Distributed Systems

Visual Simulation