Computer Games Technology, BSc (Hons), University of Portsmouth

the United Kingdom

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The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BSc (Hons)	Full-time, Sandwich	3 - 4 years	September	GBP 0 per year	GBP 0 per year

About Computer Games Technology, BSc (Hons) - at University of Portsmouth

Overview

As a student on our TIGA-accredited BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology degree, you'll develop the skills to turn ideas and concepts into reality, using industry-standard design and development techniques.

Graduates from this course are working on big titles at Rockstar and Electronic Arts, classics at Rare, and developing homegrown Indie Games.

This is your opportunity to join them.

Course highlights

Learn from computer games development experts with extensive knowledge, experience and industry connections
Stand out from other graduates by studying specialist modules such as psychological theory for game designers and artificial intelligence (AI) in gaming
Enhance your CV as you apply your skills on real client briefs – past projects have included training simulations for the Royal Navy and virtual reality experiences
Use the same software as the professionals in some of the most advanced gaming development facilities at any university in the country
Showcase your skills to employers and network with professionals in the computer games industry by taking part in our annual GameJam event
Have the chance to set up a company and sell your own games

Careers and opportunities

With 95% of our graduates finding work within a year after university, you'll be confident to graduate with sought-after skills and knowledge for various careers.

Besides the gaming industry, you can apply the skills you develop to other areas using such technologies – including virtual production, virtual/alternative reality (VR/AR), simulation training and healthcare.

Graduate destinations

Our graduates work at some of the biggest industry names, including:

Rockstar Games
Naughty Dog
Frontier
Cloud Imperium
Unity
Rare
Codemasters
Electronic Arts
Rebellion
Jagex
Creative Assembly
Sumo Digital
Climax
Stainless Games
Playstation Studios

Ongoing careers support

Get experience while you study, with support to find part-time jobs, volunteering opportunities, and work experience.

Towards the end of your degree and for up to five years after graduation, you’ll receive one-to-one support from our Graduate Recruitment Consultancy to help you find your perfect role.

Placement year (optional)

Placements are an ideal way to apply what you've learnt on the course so far in professional settings, as well as boosting your employability, making you attractive to employers after graduation. You can work for a company or organisation, or go independent by setting up and running your own business with other students.

Whichever route you choose, you don't need to pursue it alone: Creative Careers is on hand.

Notes about fees for this course

https://www.port.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduate-fees-and-student-finance

Entry requirements

112-120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent.
English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.

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