Games Design Brunel University of London

Overview

The Games Design degree offered by Brunel University of London will develop the creative and technical skills needed to design, make, and understand games, gaining the experience and knowledge to reach your potential and not only join the games industry, but innovate and shape the wider creative landscape. No previous experience or games background needed, we teach you from the ground up. 

Key Facts

Our course is built with employability in mind. By the time you graduate, your portfolio will showcase a diverse skill set, making you highly sought after by employers across the games industry and beyond. This focus on professional development is reflected in our excellent graduate outcomes and strong industry reputation. 

The Games Design BA (Hons) gives you the flexibility to explore what truly inspires you. In your first year, you’ll study a range of modules across our four core disciplines: Design, Art, Technologies, and Audio, all underpinned by a strong theoretical grounding. You will not only master tools or software but develop your critical thinking, creativity, and intellectual insight into how games shape culture, storytelling, and interaction. This tried and tested approach – developed as part of one of the UK’s longest-running Games Design courses - helps you identify your strengths and interests before choosing a specialism in your second year. 

Choose your pathway and tailor your degree, with game design always at the heart of your work. Develop a designer’s mindset, bring your creative ideas to life, and craft unique and engaging experiences. Create a portfolio that reflects your professional ambitions, allowing you to hit the ground running when you graduate. 

Your journey doesn’t stop there. You’ll join our diverse and inclusive community, alongside our supportive staff and alumni network. Many of our graduates go on to work at leading studios or pursue exciting independent projects, while others return to collaborate, mentor, or share their experiences. Brunel’s Games Design community is known for its creativity, passion, and lasting connections.