Games Design (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

University of Northampton

United Kingdom, Northampton

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University of Northampton

United Kingdom , Northampton

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

I621

Campuses

Waterside

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,000 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Games Design (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

About

Overview

Games Design Top-Up BA (Hons) is structured to prepare students to become Game Designers with practical application taking precedence over theoretical work. You will be expected to already have a good working knowledge of Game Engines, Art packages and design theory.

You will join current third year Games Design BA (Hons) students to work on a number of portfolio-based projects and a substantive personal project. You will be able to share your experiences with current Game Design students and collaborate on team projects.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Applicants on this Game and Design Top Up course are expected to have completed a HND, DipHE or FdA in traditional art and design, computing, graphics or a related subject area.

All selected applicants will be invited for a portfolio review and discussion. International students may submit their portfolio electronically.

For more more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:
- IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level
For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page