BSc (Hons)Computer Science with Games Development
| Study location | United Kingdom, Newcastle City Campus |
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| Type | Bachelor courses, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years |
| Study language | English |
| Awards | BSc (Hons) |
| Course code | G405 |
| Tuition fee | To be confirmed |
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| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) good results in Mathematics The entry qualification documents are accepted in any language |
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| Language requirements | English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band) |
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| Other requirements | At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. |
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Overview
BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Games Development will open the door to a vast range of careers within this industry.
From day one, you will be immersed in an exciting, innovative environment where you will develop your theoretical and technical knowledge and skills which will be directly relatable to your future career.
This course has been developed to meet the demand for skilled individuals who understand how computers work and who have a desire to work for a games development studio after graduation. This course aims to provide you with a deep knowledge of the principles of computer science, enhanced by specialist skills in developing computer games.
Programme structure
Your course in brief
Year 1
This year you will be introduced to core computer programming concepts and languages and you will also focus on the analysis, design and building of software and begin to develop online systems.
Year 2
You will complete a variety of programming tasks, projects and assignments relating to concepts such as operating systems, computer networks and control systems, software engineering, machine learning and computer vision and developing more advanced online systems.
Year 3
You have the option to go out on industrial placement to put your skills into professional practice. You can also combine a placement with overseas study at another university or study abroad for a year.
Year 4
This year includes a large-scale challenging project, where you will design, analyse, develop and evaluate a production relating to the programme.
Career opportunities
This course covers a broad range of computing specialisms and will open the door to a vast range of careers within this industry. Our existing games graduates are employed in a wide range of games companies in the UK and overseas, varying from small start-ups to triple-A studios.
We place a real emphasis on developing the transferable skills that will open doors to a range of careers in computer science. These include communication, analytical and problem solving skills, technical skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
As a computer science graduate, you could enter a career in areas such as , games development, software engineering, systems analysis and design, computer networks, consultancy, database development and management, software testing, artificial intelligence embedded systems, IT management, and web development.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.
We are currently NOT ACCEPTING applications from NON-EU countries, except Georgia and Serbia.