Game Design (Hons) University of Hull

Overview

Explore the world of games development and harness your talent across areas such as game design, game art, game audio and narrative design.

By taking this Game Design (Hons) programme offered by University of Hull , you’ll build your skills learning in industry-standard facilities including a virtual reality lounge with a Virtuix Omni VR treadmill, plus fully fitted PC and Mac design labs with the latest digital media software. As well as technical skills, you’ll develop vital knowledge in leadership and professional practice while working in a studio environment.

Our close links to game companies and industry networks gives you invaluable opportunities such as study trips, visits from guest speakers and game jams.

You could take part in Game Republic’s annual Student Showcase, competing with other students in the region, and presenting your final-year game design projects to potential employers. And gain real-world exposure work on virtual reality, augmented reality, or mixed reality projects in the public or private sector on a year in industry.

Future prospects

• You’ll graduate ready for a career in the exciting games industry as well as the creative sector.

• You’ll develop the essential skills that are needed in the rapidly growing game sector, as well as a professional-standard portfolio to showcase your abilities and boost your career prospects.

• With transferrable skills such as communication, problem solving and collaboration, you’ll also have the essential attributes graduates need to get into the creative industries.

• Our students have gone on to successful careers in games design, multimedia production and marketing with roles including game designer, 2D or 3D artist, VFX artist, environment artist, texture artist and character designer.