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Games Development (including a Foundation Year)

University of Chester

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Chester

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    OCT

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Our Games Development degree is designed for those passionate about creating engaging gaming experiences and aspiring to become industry-ready programmers. Youll have the opportunity to explore various aspects of game programming, including game mechanics, AI, user interfaces, and audio, and to pursue research in areas of your interest.Studying Games Development at Chester will equip you with the skills needed for success in the industry. Youll focus on honing your programming and scripting skills, while also developing some design expertise in game design, level design and understanding of the content creation pipeline. Using the same tools and processes as top game studios, youll master professional techniques and create a portfolio of complete projects, applying your skills in both individual and group work.Taking a collaborative approach to learning, youll study alongside students on our Games Design course, enabling you to explore a wider range of perspectives and ideas. This will allow you to gain a deeper understanding of how every role contributes to the creation of computer games, setting you up for success in the diverse world of game development.The course is situated in the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences. This is a forward-thinking school that prioritises student satisfaction and employability. The University is known for its high-quality teaching, and the staff on our course are no exception. Our team of experienced lecturers brings both research and industry experience to the course. Ralph Ferneyhough, in particular, has 20 years of experience in the games industry and has contributed to over 30+ published commercial games.

Tuition fees

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£ 14,950per year

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University information

University of Chester

University of Chester

University of Chester

  • University League Table

    78th

  • Campus address

    University of Chester - Exton Park, University of Chester, Parkgate Road, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 4BJ, United Kingdom

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With around 14,000 students from 125 countries, the University of Chester provides a vibrant, diverse and safe home for international students worldwide.
An undoubtedly beautiful city, Chester also offers a welcoming community, as well as history, culture, and plenty of activities for students to get involved in.
In 2024, the university’s Business School received the prestigious Business School of the Year award at the Times Higher Education Awards (THE).

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    81st out of 118 15

  • Entry standards

    / Max 229
    117 51%

    63rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    78.0 78%

    51st

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.09 77%

    47th

    6

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