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    BSc (Hons) Computer Systems (Games Programming)

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    Heriot-Watt University

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    United Kingdom, Edinburgh

    University RankQS Ranking
    257

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Bachelor

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Course Code

    5Y6J

    Campuses

    Edinburgh

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026
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    Duration 4 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 25,008  / year
    Next Intake September-2026

    BSc (Hons) Computer Systems (Games Programming)

    About

    Our four-year BSc Computer Systems (Computer Games Programming) Honours degree is oriented to constructing robust and useable computer games. We aim to teach people not only how to deploy cutting edge games, but also help them to develop other professional skills that will enable them to communicate clearly, work independently and cooperate effectively. In the gaming industry, where business transactions are underpinned by technology, workplaces need individuals who can create effective systems. Our graduates will move into the games development industry armed with a blend of interpersonal and technical skills that will meet current needs and the needs of the organisations of the future.

    The first three years of this degree and the BSc Computer Systems degree are identical, as students learn the underlying skills required to develop computer games. Then, in fourth year, students specialise by taking Computer Games Programming courses as well as completing an approved dissertation topic suitable for this specialism.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Entry requirements

    We have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.

    Standard entry requirements

    • Highers ABBB
    • A-Levels BBC – ABB
    • Int. Baccalaureate 28 points
    • BTEC DDM
    • HNC B in graded unit

    Minimum entry requirements*

    • Highers BBBC
    • A-Levels BCC

    * Minimum: under our Fair Access Policy, we will relax our standard entry requirements for some Scottish students depending on their circumstances. Our minimum requirements will apply if you:

    • live in an area within the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation lowest 20% (SIMD20), or
    • are care experienced.

    We can also make exceptions for some Scottish students with grades above minimum but below standard. Read more about our Minimum and standard entry requirements

    English Program Requirements

    English Language Requirements

    If your first language is not English, we'll need to see evidence of your English language ability.

    The minimum English language requirement for entry to this programme is IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no score lower than 5.5.

    If you do not have IELTS 6.0, we offer a range of English language courses to help you meet the English language requirement for this programme prior to commencing your studies.

    Please see our detailed English language requirements.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 25,008 

    Application Fee

    GBP  
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    BSc (Hons) Computer Systems (Games Programming)

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