Computer Science (Game Engineering) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Computer Science (Game Engineering) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
The video game industry is fast-growing and always changing, with lots of chances to be creative and try new ideas. Game engineers design and develop interactive experiences that captivate millions worldwide. With our degree you can shape the future of entertainment. You could also bring skills to other industries transformed by game techniques, including:
* education
* healthcare
* aerospace
This degree will teach you the key elements of creating modern computer games. You’ll learn to design, develop and use computer graphics software on differen...
The video game industry is fast-growing and always changing, with lots of chances to be creative and try new ideas. Game engineers design and develop interactive experiences that captivate millions worldwide. With our degree you can shape the future of entertainment. You could also bring skills to other industries transformed by game techniques, including:
* education
* healthcare
* aerospace
This degree will teach you the key elements of creating modern computer games. You’ll learn to design, develop and use computer graphics software on different platforms, including game consoles and advanced 3D reality environments.
You’ll learn to design and develop software that drives computer games, including:
* gaming simulations
* computer game development
You'll study a broad Computer Science curriculum in your first two years. You’ll learn about creative problem-solving, program design and implementation.
In your final year, you’ll learn more about game engineering and study more specialised modules.
You'll also have the option to take part in a paid industry placement or study abroad year. You'll benefit from our strong links with companies such as:
* Epic (Fortnite)
* Activision (Call of Duty)
* Ubisoft (Assassins Creed)
* Rockstar North (Grand Theft Auto)
You'll be based in the Urban Sciences Building on our Newcastle Helix campus. You’ll have access to industry-leading facilities, such as our Games Lab, and study in the same environment as industry leaders.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A27-B43
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Mathematics is required. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 45.0, offer-merit: 0.0
A level 3 unit in mathematical studies essential. At least 45 level 3 credits at distinction in a science subject..
Extended Project
We welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Standard Level Mathematics or Mathematical Studies required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level. If not studying full IB Diploma - Grades 6, 6, 5 at Higher Level and Standard Level Mathematics required at Grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level and completion of a national high school diploma.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Minimum grade B or 6 in at least five GCSEs required, including Mathematics.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Including Ordinary Level Mathematics required at grade O2 if not offered at Higher Level.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,D3,M2 in Principal Subjects. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.
T Level
This course accepts the following T levels: Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction; Digital Production, Design and Development; Digital Business Services; Digital Support Services; Healthcare Science; Science. Distinction overall with minimum grade B in core component. GCSE Mathematics grade B or 6 required.
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