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Games Design (Top-Up) BA (Hons)

University of NorthamptonUnited Kingdom
Level
Undergraduate
Duration
Full Time: 1 year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Computer Science
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
SEP 2026

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.

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.

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level

Fees

International students: £18,500 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £18,500 per year

Start dates

September 2026

Application deadline

Apply via UCAS. The equal consideration deadline is

Campus

  • Waterside Campus, Northampton, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

West Northamptonshire, East Midlands, United Kingdom

Study in West NorthamptonshireEast Midlands

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