Overview

The Computer Games Design and Development (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University provides students with a comprehensive technical foundation in the creation of modern interactive entertainment. This degree integrates core computer science principles with specialised software engineering practices used throughout the global gaming industry. Students engage with advanced technologies to transform creative concepts into functional, high-performance digital experiences.

Why Computer Games Design and Development (Hons) at Cardiff Metropolitan University?

The university offers a specialised Games Lab equipped with motion capture technology, augmented reality tools, and dedicated VR development booths. Students benefit from access to professional console development kits and hardware from Meta and Valve. The curriculum is professionally accredited and maintained through constant evaluation to ensure alignment with the latest industry demands and technological shifts.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 16000 per year
National fee: GBP 9535 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

Architectures and Operating Systems
Programming
Games Industry Practice
Game Systems
Applied Maths for Game Development
Game Engine Development
Game Mechanics
Real-Time Computer Graphics
Level Design and Game Asset Creation

Careers with Computer Games Design and Development (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for diverse roles within the global digital economy, ranging from specialised game programming to general software development. The programme develops highly transferable analytical and problem-solving skills applicable in financial services, engineering, and management consultancy. Alumni have successfully secured positions at prestigious organisations including Ubisoft, Sumo Digital, Cloud Imperium, and Rocket Science.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Architectures and Operating Systems

Programming

Games Industry Practice

Game Systems

Applied Maths for Game Development

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

More details

For Undergraduate applicants we also accept applications from (UCAS), up until the end of June, and through Clearing via UCAS after June.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

Tariff points: 112-120

Contextual offer: See our contextual offers page.
GCSE: Five GCSEs at Grade C / 4 or above to include English Language / Welsh First Language, Mathematics / Mathematics – Numeracy.
English Language Requirement: Academic IELTS 6.0 overall with at least 5.5 in all elements, or equivalent.
A level subjects: Minimum three A levels to include Grades CCC. No specific subjects required. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as a third subject.
BTEC National / Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM
T Level: Merit. No specific subjects required.
Access to Higher Education Diploma: No specific subjects required.
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: 2 x H5. No specific subjects required.
Irish Leaving Certificate: 2 x H2 grades. No specific subjects required. Higher level subjects only considered with a minimum grade H4.
Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades DD

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

Cardiff

United Kingdom

628 - 1066 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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