BA (Hons) Games Development

Ravensbourne University London

United Kingdom, City of London

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Ravensbourne University London

United Kingdom , City of London

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

I600

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines2-Jul-2022

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,500 / year

Next Intake 2-Jul-2022

BA (Hons) Games Development

About

From designing characters and environments to pitching ideas to industry, you will leave this reputable multidisciplinary gaming degree with an enviable portfolio of work. Thrive in the world of games development and discover your niche by focusing on one of three key gaming areas: games art, technical design or design and production.

Games-first approach, putting making at the centre of teaching
Encourages self-efficacy and team building through project work
Prepares you for a career as a computer games maker
Truly understand the needs and desires of computer games players
Flexibility to specialise in your favourite games development discipline
Build a critical language and understanding of games development
Develop a diverse understanding of games technologies

The booming games industry is at the forefront of innovation, with gaming technologies finding their way into a myriad of industries, including architecture, filmmaking and medicine. The sector inspires innovation by continually pushing the boundaries and driving companies to create new technologies.

There is no better time to be a part of the thrilling computer games industry.

This games development degree in London, UK, gives you the fundamental skills you need to successfully design and develop games of all kinds. You will work with a broad range of briefs across table top, mobile, console and computer to engage with the wider elements of games culture and practice.

With access to cutting-edge technology and deep industry contacts, you'll create exciting and imaginative games that tell stories and explore how games have changed the way we think and interact. You will explore different roles within the industry as well as the visual side of development, learning how gaming stories are told and delivered.

Game making is central to this course, pushing students to develop their own practice in a supportive and critical environment. Working both independently and collaboratively, you will learn industry level skillsets in game engine technologies, games culture and game design fundamentals.

The course reflects forward thinking industry practice in its approach to technical design as a growing discipline within games development, alongside more established avenues such as technical art and games design.

Follow a pathway tailored to your passions

From the get go, you'll be able to build your game design thinking alongside your technical skills and encourage you to engage with industry. From your second year you'll be able to specialise in one of our discipline pathways:

Game design and production
Game art
Technical design

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Diploma with high grades
Diploma from Technical / Commercial / Industrial / Health institutes
2 A-levels at grade C or above, or an International Baccalaureate with minimum 24 points
A recognised International Foundation course from a UK institution

English Program Requirements

Most students from outside the UK need to submit an English language test as proof of their English language ability in order to study at foundation, undergraduate or postgraduate level, unless exempt by Ravensbourne or you meet UKVI exemptions from English language testing requirements.

At Ravensbourne, we accept a range of English language tests, including IELTS. Find out more about our English language entry requirements to foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate courses below.

Career

You'll graduate with a solid range of sought-after skills and a comprehensive portfolio ready for a career in any area of the gaming industry, including design, production, artwork, development, analysis and research.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 16,500

How to Apply

The application process breaks down into three stages. It is the same process for both undergraduate and postgraduate students

the things you need to do before you apply
submitting the application itself
what happens after you’ve applied.

Before you apply, here are some things you can do to make sure that you have all the information you need:

Research Ravensbourne's courses to find the one that's the best fit for your future
Check if you need a student route visa to study in the UK and make a note of the deadline for its application
Check the entry requirements for your chosen course. Note that the academic qualifications can differ from course to course so be sure to look at the relevant section for the exact course you are applying for
Search our online international qualifications guide to compare your international qualifications with UK equivalents
Check the undergraduate or postgraduate fees for your course
Review the scholarship information to see what funding opportunities are available
If you are under 18, make sure that your parent or guardian is happy to sign the consent form and provide us with details of a UK based guardian

Start your application as early as possible by visiting our online applicant portal. Your online application will ask you to attach the following documents for review:

Personal statement
Portfolio or showreel (this depends on which course you are applying for)
Evidence of your relevant qualifications
Your passport (photo page)
Two references
Any relevant scholarship information (if you have been awarded an external scholarship)

Be sure to answer every question on the application form with as much detail as possible, so that our admissions officers can review your application.

Your application will be checked to verify that you have submitted all the required documents as well as your portfolio/showreel.

If your application is successful at this stage, you will be sent a message via the online portal inviting you to an academic and a Student Route visa assessment interview (these may be held together or separately). If you are in the UK these will be in person, and if you are outside the UK they will take place via Skype.

Please note that all communication from Ravensbourne will be sent via the online portal, so please remember to check your account regularly.

You can expect to receive an outcome of your application within 5 working days of your assessment interviews.

If you are successful with an offer, please read this important information for offer holders.