Computing for Games BSc(Hons)

Falmouth University

United Kingdom, Aberdeen

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Falmouth University

United Kingdom , Aberdeen

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

I610/FY03

Campuses

Penryn Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Sep-2022

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,460 / year

Next Intake 12-Sep-2022

Computing for Games BSc(Hons)

About

Course overview

Master the knowledge needed to shape the games of the future by studying games through the lens of computer science. Building upon industry-standard software, youll implement new tools to extend what is possible with existing engines and program games that push technical boundaries. Youll collaborate with other students in the Games Academy from animators through to sound designers to develop a multidisciplinary approach with creativity at its heart.

You will:

Get under the hood of video game engines such as Unity and Unreal while learning a range of programming languages, including C#, Python and C++
Engage with the latest technologies to develop broadly transferable skills
Blend creativity and science while developing teamwork and communication skills that are highly desired in the industry
Develop an â€˜optimisation mindset by learning to work within platform constraints
Make games collaboratively with artists, animators, composers, designers, writers and other programmers
Study on a course accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT

The Integrated Foundation Year pathway for this course is new for entry year 2022 and subject to validation.

This course is accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

Get under the hood of video game engines such as Unity and Unreal while learning a range of programming languages, including C#, Python and C++

Engage with the latest technologies to develop broadly transferable skills

Blend creativity and science while developing teamwork and communication skills that are highly desired in the industry

Develop an ‘optimisation mindset’ by learning to work within platform constraints

Make games collaboratively with artists, animators, composers, designers, writers and other programmers

Study on a course accredited by The Chartered Institute for IT

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Recognised Foundation Diploma

IB Diploma or IB Certificate with minimum 24 points

A-levels - typically 104-120 UCAS points

English Program Requirements

For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page. We can also consider other ways of assessing your English Language proficiency such as a reference from your employer if you work in English or a reference from an English teacher for example. Where an offer of a place is conditional on you meeting our English language requirement, you will need to meet that condition before your offer is made unconditional and you can begin studying.

We usually accept tests that have been completed within the last two years, but we recognise that disruption to school exams and English language testing due to the coronavirus outbreak presents significant challenges to our applicants.

In order to support those affected, where the test is older than two years, we may consider evidence of continuing use of English in the workplace or elsewhere in the intervening period where possible.

You will find below a list of English requirements accepted at Falmouth University.

Career

Our graduates have worked as:

Graduate Game Programmer at Firesprite
Gameplay Programmer at Mediatonic
Games Programmer at Ubisoft
Data Management Lead at Pineapple Studios
Unity Developer at SG Gaming
Python Automation Engineer at Imagination Technologies

Games Academy graduates have developed their own indie games, including Polargryph’s Soria, Studio Mutiny’s Sai, Knights of Borria’s Rustbreaker and Meteorite Media’s Kaya’s Vale.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,460 / year

How to Apply

Steps to apply

1. Check you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course

2. Write your personal statement

3. Prepare your additional documents:

Scanned copy of proof of identification (such as a passport)
Scanned copies of transcripts and previous qualifications

4. Prepare your portfolio or writing sample (certain courses only)

5. Select two references (one academic and one professional)

6. Submit your application form