Overview

The TIGA-accredited BSc (Hons) Games Development course has an industry reputation for its technical game design and development content, providing knowledge and experience to support graduates being hired into ever-increasing and sought-after game design, development and programming roles within the industry.

Key Features

You will explore the mechanics of playful interaction and develop skills in prototyping and user testing across different technologies and platforms, including console, web, mobile, PC and cutting-edge technologies like augmented and virtual reality.

How you think, make decisions, and develop ideas will evolve as you learn to develop games that give users an exceptional experience. You will do this by applying computer science principles, game design fundamentals and staying attuned to emerging technologies and industry trends. You’ll create different types of games for different audiences based on evidence gathered through research, observation and practical experimentation.

Beyond technical proficiency, the BSc Games Development course places a strong emphasis on fostering creativity and innovation. You will learn how to critically examine games and research important theoretical concepts to add depth to your own practice.

You will acquire and refine the creative tools necessary to develop unique and innovative games, with a parallel focus on understanding how to make these creations commercially successful. You’ll get the opportunity to establish a thorough grounding in the business of games development, learning how to produce and distribute games products as an Indie Developer.

Careers

Games at Norwich has received international recognition celebrating our innovative teaching methods and approaches. Our students have also seen success in their careers and pursuits while studying and beyond. Graduate employers include Rebellion North, Creative Assembly and Free Radical Design.

Game Programmer

AI Programmer

Games Developer

Indie Developer

Software Developer

Audio Programmer

Technical Artist

Tools Development

Systems Development

Pipeline Development

Engineer

Producer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Creative Learning

Explore and Experiment

Global Contexts

Collaboration

Research and Preparation

Resolution and Career Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Norwich, 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

80

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A/AS Levels (GCE)

GCE A/AS Levels 3 A-level qualifications at grades BCC (104 UCAS Tariff points) or above. Where candidates are not taking 3 A-levels, Norwich University of the Arts will consider combinations of A-level/AS-level and other Level 3 qualifications.

BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF or RQF)

Distinction, Merit, Merit in an art, design or media related subject

BTEC Diploma (QCF or RQF)

Distinction*, Distinction* in an art, design or media related subject

T Levels

A T Level in any subject with overall grade A* to C (Pass)

International Baccalaureate Diploma

A minimum of 26 points

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18500 GBP / year

≈ 18500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom

609 - 1044 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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Key Features

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Living costs

Norwich

Funding

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