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Bachelor of Games Design
- Chester, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Three-year Bachelors in games design and gameplay programming at City Campus.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Games Design to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in introducing gameplay
- 3D digital art. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Gameplay designer
- Games writer
- Level designer
- AR/VR designer
- Technical artist
- Technical animator
- UX/UI designer
- AI programmer
- Engine programmer
Curriculum
- Three-year full-time course (optional placement year). Modules: games studies
- Introducing gameplay
- 3D digital art
- Programming gameplay
- System and level design
- Games design studio
- Storyboarding
- Motion capture performance
- 3D materials
- Sound art and design and tabletop game development.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Qualification equivalent to UK A levels or the International Baccalaureate
- Typically 112 UCAS points (for example BCC-BBC) but varying by course
- Relevant work experience may be considered. Some courses add GCSE English and Maths
- Interview
- Portfolio or DBS checks.
Accepted academic background
School-leaving qualification equivalent to British A-levels or International Baccalaureate, Relevant work experience may be considered.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts and Certificates
- English Proficiency Evidence
- Academic Reference
- Statement of Purpose
- Passport Copy.
How to apply
- Review the course entry requirements. Prepare the UCAS application and personal statement
- arrange an academic reference. Submit the application by the relevant consideration deadline. Respond to requests for further evidence and accept an offer before making visa arrangements if needed.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £15,450 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £26,277 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Exton Park, Chester |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts and Design |
| Department | Arts and Design |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £15,450 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £26,277 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.

