Program Overview

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Games Development BSc (Hons)

Overview

Our Games Development degree is designed for those passionate about creating engaging gaming experiences and aspiring to become industry-ready programmers. You'll have the opportunity to explore various aspects of game programming, including game mechanics, AI, user interfaces, and audio, and to pursue research in areas of your interest.

Study Options

• Full-Time, Part-Time (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester
• Full-Time with Foundation Year (BSc) at Exton Park, Chester

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• I150

UCAS Points

• 112

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 3 years full-time, up to 7 years part-time

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Level

• Undergraduate

UCAS Code

• I151

UCAS Points

• 72

Start Date

• Oct 2025, Oct 2026

Duration

• 4 years

Location

• Exton Park, Chester

UK Fees

• £9,535 per year for a full-time course (2025/26)

International Fees

• £14,450 per year for a full-time course* (2025/26)

Available with:

• Foundation Year

Course Summary

Our Games Development degree is designed for those passionate about creating engaging gaming experiences and aspiring to become industry-ready programmers. You'll have the opportunity to explore various aspects of game programming, including game mechanics, AI, user interfaces, and audio, and to pursue research in areas of your interest.

Why You'll Love It

• Learn from professionals with extensive industry and research experience
• Learn the technical side of games development
• Build lifelong friendships whilst working collaboratively

What You'll Study

• Foundation Year
• Year 1
• Year 2
• Year 3

Modules

Year 1

• Foundations of Game Creation (40 Credits) Core
• User Centred Software Development (40 credits) Core
• 3D Modelling and Animation Essentials (20 Credits) Core
• Creative Team Working for Games (20 Credits) Optional
• Language Module Options

Year 2

• Multiplayer Game Development and Design (20 Credits) Core
• Data Structures and Algorithms (20 Credits) Core
• Junior Collaborative Games Production (20 Credits) Core
• Game Audio (20 Credits) Core
• Experiential Learning (40 Credits) Optional
• Work Placement (40 Credits) Optional
• Professional work placement/Language module/Term abroad

Year 3

• Senior Collaborative Games Production (40 Credits) Core
• Game Mechanics Programming (20 credits) Core
• Creating Games for Mobile and Emerging Platforms (20 Credits) Core
• Implementation Project (40 Credits) Core

How You'll Learn

• This course is designed around in-person study
• You will be assessed in a variety of ways
• Curriculum developed to match workforce priorities
• Study 3 – 6 modules per year

Study a Common First Year

This course shares a common first year with students on the Games Design course.

Entry Requirements

• Home Students
• International Students
• Foundation Year

Fees and Funding

• Home Students
• International Students
• Additional Costs

Who You'll Learn From

• Dr Lee Beever
• Ralph Ferneyhough
• Andrew Muncey
• Dr Stuart Cunningham
• Dr Mike Morgan
• Jules Barnes

Where You'll Study

• Exton Park, Chester

Your Future Career

• Job Prospects
• Careers Service

Related Courses

• Computer Science BSc (Hons)
• Cybersecurity BSc (Hons)
• Games Design BSc (Hons)