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Games Programming BSc (Hons)

The University of Northampton

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The University of Northampton
UCAS CODE: I610

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Waterside Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The BSc Games Programming course is designed in such a way as to provide students with all the knowledge and skills required to have a successful career in the Computer Games industry. The Computer Games industry has developed throughout the decades of its existence a reputation of being one of the most competitive and companies are constantly looking for highly creative people possessing a passion about creating computer games.In this course you will focus on the programming and development of computer games starting from the foundation principles of computer games programming. In this course we insist also on the principle of "theory put into practice" and with the assistance of our bright new, state-of-the-art equipped, computer labs you will have every opportunity to experience this principle materialising, gaining both the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills you need to develop first-rate computer games. You will have an opportunity to fully explore other key computer games elements like development of ideas, planning, problem-solving and the economics of creating a complete computer game ready to be launched in the market.You will study core modules, which cover concepts and skills from fundamental to advance, including: Computer Systems, Problem Solving & Programming, Computer Games Programming, Programming for "Unity3D" Game Engine (fundamental to advance), Programming for "Unreal 4" Game Engine (fundamental to advance), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Techniques, Simulation & Dynamics, Internet Technology and Computer Games Techniques. 95% of final year Computer games and animation students at The University of Northampton agreed they were satisfied with the course, while 100% of students agreed that staff have made the subject interesting.


By studying at the University of Northampton, you can be sure that:

- You will experience student life at the University鈥檚 拢330 million Waterside Campus. Come along to an Open Day and find out more. - Students enrolling on this course at Northampton will be provided with their own brand new laptop


to keep at no additional cost. All sports clubs and societies are free to join at Northampton and every essential course text book is available via the library, meaning you won鈥檛 have to purchase copies. For more information on this visit our website (northampton.ac.uk/benefits). - At UON we guarantee a room in our Halls of Residence for all new full-time, first year students who apply and accept their room offer by June 2025 - and we won't ask for a deposit for September 2025

- Our expert academics teach in small groups supported with one to one assistance. Our academics and students form a tight bond, providing individualised support and guidance whilst challenging students academically.- Whatever your ambitions, we鈥檙e here to help you to achieve them. We鈥檒l support you to identify the skills you鈥檙e learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you鈥檒l feel confident in standing out from the crowd.


The Northampton Employment Promise

- We鈥檙e so confident in our careers and employability support that if you achieve at least a 2:2 degree and complete either our Employability Plus Gold programme or achieve a Changemaker Gold Certificate during your time studying with us, but still haven鈥檛 secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating, we will secure a three 鈥� six month paid internship for you or support you into postgraduate study.鉁� National Student Survey (NSS) 2023鉁扁湵 eligibility criteria and terms and conditions apply. See northampton.ac.uk/benefits for more information鉁扁湵鉁� eligibility criteria apply. See northampton.ac.uk/student-life/accommodation/ for

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 15,200per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

The University of Northampton

The University of Northampton

  • University League Table

    120th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, The University of Northampton, Waterside Campus, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN1 5PH, England

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