BSc (Hons) Computer Science for Games Programming
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Computer Science
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2027
Overview
Gain a solid grounding in computer science, set within the context of games programming on this British Computer Society accredited degree.1 You’ll get to focus on parallel and concurrent programming, artificial intelligence, graphics and games architectures. Then in your third year, you’ll have the chance to complete a large project in an area of your choice. Our facilities are kitted out with latest industry-standard equipment, including high-performance workstations, gigabit networking, 3D printers, robots, a 3D immersive cube, motion capture, AR, VR and MR. Pursue your interest in gaming beyond the lecture theatre with our societies and extra-curricular opportunities such as games jams, hackathons and programming competitions. You could compete in international events like the Microsoft Imagine Cup. Or rise to the challenge of creating a computer game over a weekend in our Three Thing Game. You’ll benefit from our strong links with companies like EA, Sony and Black Marble with frequent talks by experts in the trade. Many of them our own graduates working around the world. And gain outstanding tech industry experience on a paid placement year with the likes of BT, BAE Systems, Microsoft or IBM.
Entry requirements
| UCAS Tariff points | 112 UCAS points |
|---|---|
| BTEC | DMM |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill
Fees
International students: £21,520 per year
UK students: £10,050 per year
UK/Home: £10,050 per year
International: £21,520 per year
Start dates
September 2027
Application deadline
UCAS deadline (equal consideration); UCAS Extra: 28 Feb – 4 July 2026; Clearing: from July 2026
Campus
- Cottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Hull, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
Similar courses
Scroll sidewaysCertHE Artificial Intelligence and Automation Practitioner Apprenticeship
MA Games Art
MSc Data Science
Artificial Intelligence, Digital and Cyber Law with Professional Placement LLM
Computer Games Programming BSc(Hons)
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning MSc (PGCert PGDip)
University of BrightonCyber Security MSc (PGCert PGDip)
University of BrightonDigital Games Development BSc(Hons) with integrated foundation year (partner college)
University of Brighton