Games Design (with Foundation Year option)

Why study BSc (Hons) Games Design (with Foundation Year option) at BU?


• Explore level design, interactive storytelling, narrative development, interface design, games analytics, scripting for game creation, plus 3D modelling and texturing



• Taught in dedicated facilities, using the latest industry-standard software for developing games



• Opportunity to put your learning into practice by taking a 4-week work placement (as part of the 3-year course) or a 30-week placement (as part of the 4-year course)



• Benefit from our industry connections and guest lectures with games developers across the UK and overseas, including Unity, Jagex, King, Sports Interactive, Creative Assembly, Climax Studios, Playground Games, Boss Alien, Media Molecule, and others



• As well as the games industry, you’ll be prepared for a career in a range of sectors including digital technologies, architectural visualisation, mixed and virtual realities, and the wider digital creative industry



• You'll be career ready with 91% of graduates from our computer games and animation courses in employment or further study after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023). Entry level roles include Generalist Programmer, UX/UI Designer, Level Designer, QA Tester and Graphics Programmer (ScreenSkills)



This is a Foundation Year option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the creative skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the Foundation Year, you will progress to the full degree.

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At BU, your degree isn’t just about studying – it’s about your future. A BU degree opens doors: to exciting careers, new experiences, and the confidence to go further. Every course is built with employability in mind, so you graduate ready for what’s next.

From high-tech TV studios and genetic labs to sports rehab suites and clinical simulation facilities, you’ll learn using the same equipment as industry pros. Plus, you could even study abroad in places like Australia, France or South Africa.

And it’s not just about study. You’ll join a friendly, supportive student community and live in accommodation that feels like home from day one.

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