Course Overview

Our BA (Hons) Computer Games Design Degree offers you the opportunity to develop industry-ready skills as a designer, generating game concepts, designing player-focused levels, and creating advanced game mechanics.  

You will experience a studio-like setting during dedicated games studio practice sessions, fostering collaborative efforts, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. This exposure ensures you are familiar with the dynamics of a professional game development studio, enhancing your adaptability in real-world work settings. You will get the opportunity to develop your skills while using softwares such as Unreal Engine 5, Jira and UEFN and Tiga Benchmarking.

During your game design course, you will be exposed to industry-style challenges and national competitions such as “Search for a Star” and “The Rookies” to enhance your preparedness for the professional game development landscape. By facing challenges similar to those encountered in the industry, you will graduate with the confidence and skills necessary to thrive in the competitive field of game design. 

Get your Computer Games Design qualifications with our course

Real-world relevance is a cornerstone of the course, with exposure to industry case studies and challenges. This Computer Games Design degree has been designed to The Independent Game Developers Association (TIGA) benchmarking standards, meaning our approach aligns your skills directly with the demands of the game development field. You will gain valuable insights into industry practices, preparing you for the challenges professionals face.

As you progress through your game design classes, you will build a comprehensive portfolio showcasing your skills and completed projects. This portfolio serves as a tangible representation of your growth and capabilities, making you a compelling candidate for potential employers in the game industry. 

Course Modules

Foundation year

• Games Art and Design
• English for Academic Purposes, Research & Study Skills
• Visual Culture
• Final Major Project

Year 1 (Level 4)

• Games Design Concepts and Visual Storytelling
• Games Studio Practice 1
• Introduction to 3D Asset Creation for Games
• Introduction to Gameplay Mechanics

Year 2 (Level 5)

• Level Design: Player Experience and Usability
• Games Studio Practice 2
• Games Project Management
• Advanced Mechanics and Quest Design

Year 3 (Level 6)

• Games Studio Practice 3
• Final Year Project and Professional Portfolio Curation
• Audio and Soundscapes for Games OR Advanced Games Feature Design and Emerging Technologies

Career and Progression

Graduating with a computer games art degree will provide you with a versatile set of skills, suited to a number of different positions. You could consider the following roles:

• Games Designer
• Level Designer
• Producer
• UI and UX Designer
• Interactive Narrative Designer
• Games Tester

Key Information

Study Mode: Fulltime

Study method:
- Blended (2 days on campus and 1 day online)

Duration: 3 or 4 Years with Foundation Degree

Tuition Fee: £9250/year

Start dates: October, February and June

Qualifications: 

The standard entry requirements for this course are:

• 112 UCAS tariff points from accepted qualifications*, or
• Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4), or
• Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma, or
• Merit at UAL Extended Diploma, or
• 112 UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in appropriate subject, or
• 27 points in the International Baccalaureate

Funding options: Student Finance Company or Self Funded

Admission Contact Information:

Direct number: +44 7574 244233
Email: admissions@fbaukltd.com

University: University for the Creative Arts

Location: London College of Contemporary Arts, Sceptre Court, 40 Tower Hill, London, EC3N 4DX