Program Overview

Games Design (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

Key Facts

• UCAS Code: I621
• Level: Undergraduate
• Duration: Full Time: 1 year
• Starting: September
• UK Fees 25/26 >: Full Time: £9,535
• International Fees 25/26 >: Full Time: £17,000
• Location >: Waterside

Overview

Games Design Top-Up BA (Hons) is structured to prepare students to become Game Designers with practical application taking precedence over theoretical work. You will be expected to already have a good working knowledge of Game Engines, Art packages and design theory.

Highlights

• Up-to-date workstation hardware and software in dedicated laboratories, including Wacom Cintiqs and Wacom Intuos
• Dedicated Games Labs and Out of Hours Access Labs
• Guest lectures from industry specialists, previous talks include Rare, Splash Damage, Codemasters, Ubisoft, Lockwood Publishing, Sony and FreeStyle Games
• Yearly group projects, which allow for a real-life games development experience
• Industry experienced tutors

Entry Requirements

• Applicants on this Game and Design Top Up course are expected to have completed a HND, DipHE or FdA in traditional art and design, computing, graphics or a related subject area.
• All selected applicants will be invited for a portfolio review and discussion. International students may submit their portfolio electronically.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level

Course Content

• Group Project 3 (Games) (20 Credits)
• Design Innovation (20 Credits)
• Professional Practice in Games (20 Credits)
• Art Director Portfolio, Final Major Project (60 Credits)

Fees and Funding

• 2025/26 Tuition Fees
  • UK – Full Time: £9,535
  • International – Full Time: £17,000

Scholarships and Bursaries

• For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.

Related Courses

• Games Art BA (Hons)
• Games Design BA (Hons)
• Games Programming BSc (Hons)
• Animation BA (Hons)