Computing for Digital Media and Games (with an industrial placement year) BSc (Hons)

The digital media and games industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in the UK. At Sussex, we have a long history of being at the forefront of digital media development – from the origins of computer graphics, to today’s game-engine-based development and cloud-based video production.

On this degree, you’ll explore the established core technologies of computer science alongside specialised digital media and game development technology. You’ll gain the fundamental computer science knowledge to be at the forefront of advances in:

• game development
• digital media production
• video effects
• computer graphics
• audio technology.

During your studies, you’ll become familiar with industry-standard equipment and cloud-based production in our digital media production facility and video studios. You’ll benefit from our industry links with companies such as Electric Square, Hangar 13 and Mavis Broadcast, with offices in Brighton. This means you’ll not only gain fundamental skills, but also have the opportunity to experience real-world digital development and industry-initiated projects.

When you graduate, you’ll have a portfolio showing the range of your digital media skills and expertise to potential employers. In addition, the optional year in industry is a great opportunity to gain real-world work experience. And, in Brighton you’ll find excellent career opportunities with the many local game and digital media companies.

Accreditation

• Accredited by BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional. Find out more

32 points overall from the full IB Diploma.

We do not expect applicants to have previous programming experience. We encourage applications from anyone who enjoys the challenges of problem-solving and relishes the potential of new technology.

IELTS (Academic)

6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

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IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

We do not accept IELTS Online.

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