Games Design (with Foundation Year option) BSc (Hons)

Why study BSc (Hons) Games Design at BU?

  • Explore level design, interactive storytelling, narrative development, interface design, games analytics, scripting for game creation, plus 3D modelling and texturing
  • Taught in dedicated facilities, using the latest industry-standard software for developing games
  • Opportunity to put your learning into practice by taking a 4-week work placement (as part of the 3-year course) or a 30-week placement (as part of the 4-year course)
  • Benefit from our industry connections and guest lectures with games developers across the UK and overseas, including Unity, Jagex, King, Sports Interactive, Creative Assembly, Climax Studios, Playground Games, Boss Alien, Media Molecule, and others 
  • As well as the games industry, you’ll be prepared for a career in a range of sectors including digital technologies, architectural visualisation, mixed and virtual realities, and the wider digital creative industry
  • You'll be career ready with 91% of graduates from our computer games and animation courses in employment or further study after 15 months.

Specialise exclusively in the art and design aspects of video game creation - explore everything from the theory behind the creation of successful digital entertainment titles to the generation of dedicated art and content for them.

Course Accreditations

BU is a member of The Independent Games Developers’ Association (TIGA), and our Games courses have been nominated by TIGA for Best Educational Institution. 

BSc (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
3 - 4 years Duration
G601 UCAS Code

Entry Requirements For This Course

For September 2025 entry: 

The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. We will consider all subjects but not accept General Studies.

T Levels - Merit (120 UCAS tariff points).

Foundation Year requirements: 48 - 72 UCAS tariff points

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