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Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Games Design course at Bournemouth University.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £19,700 per year |
| International | £19,700 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: G601
Here's what Bournemouth University says about its Games Design course.
Why study BSc (Hons) Games Design at BU?:
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Explore level design, interactive storytelling, narrative development, interface design, games analytics, scripting for game creation, plus 3D modelling and texturing
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Taught in dedicated facilities, using the latest industry-standard software for developing games
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Opportunity to put your learning into practice by taking a 4-week work placement (as part of the 3-year course) or a 30-week placement (as part of the 4-year course)
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Benefit from our industry connections and guest lectures with games developers across the UK and overseas, including Unity, Jagex, King, Sports Interactive, Creative Assembly, Climax Studios, Playground Games, Boss Alien, Media Molecule, and others
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As well as the games industry, you’ll be prepared for a career in a range of sectors including digital technologies, architectural visualisation, mixed and virtual realities, and the wider digital creative industry
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You'll be career ready with 91% of graduates from our computer games and animation courses in employment or further study after 15 months. (source DiscoverUni 2023) Entry level roles include Generalist Programmer, UX/UI Designer, Level Designer, QA Tester and Graphics Programmer (ScreenSkills).
Course accreditations This course is industry-recognised by TIGA, the trade association representing the video games industry, and carries the TIGA quality mark which indicates courses producing the very best industry ready graduates. The course affords students with excellent opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaborations, which is highly valued within the game development industry.
Course details
There are a few options in how you might study Games Design at Bournemouth University.
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2 course options available.
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Department of Creative Technonlogy
Location
Main Site | Poole
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Sandwich
Subjects
• Computer games design
Start date
September 22, 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
Year 1 core units: Games Design Principles | Game Art Fundamentals | Scripting for Games | Level Design Fundamentals | Game Modelling Fundamentals | Game Development Pipeline.
Bournemouth University reviews
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1st year student
Pretty good. Lots of clubs and societies. Lots of student club nights - like almost one every night I think? rnThereu2019s a bar on campus but you wonu2019t be short of a bar anywhere in Bournemouth anyways.
1 year ago
1st year student
Overall uni life is good. Nightlife is very good. Lots of clubs and also thereu2019s a student only club too. Quite a few events that take place on campus that sometimes give out free food. rnrnTown centre is bare - wouldnu2019t even call it a town centre where Iu2019m from. Couple of shops but real...
1 year ago
1st year student
Decent accommodation is expensive here. You could go with the cheaper halls but youu2019re at risk of insect/rodent infestation and/or crackheads so you weigh the pros and cons. rn
1 year ago
1st year student
Good support system in place.
1 year ago
1st year student
Loads of accommodation options to choose from. Many of which are modern. Shame most of them are fairly pricy but thatu2019s inflation I guess. Love my accommodation. rnLibrary could do with a renovation but still has the whatu2019s needed. Facilities are good. rnCafes and shops in the campus are exp...
1 year ago
1st year student
Really nice lecturers that listen well and help where they can. Respond quickly to emails and messages. rnLecture notes and presentations could be improved as I donu2019t think they fully cover what is need (particularly the programming based modules).
1 year ago
National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Bournemouth University students who took the Games Design course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
76%
low
Teaching on my course
76%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
76%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
87%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
63%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
79%
med
Learning opportunities
70%
low
Learning opportunities
70%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
75%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
64%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
68%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
74%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
69%
med
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
Assessment and feedback
74%
low
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
78%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
78%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
72%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
73%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
72%
low
Academic support
79%
low
Academic support
79%
low
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
82%
low
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
77%
low
Organisation and management
57%
med
Organisation and management
57%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
64%
med
How well organised is your course?
51%
low
Learning resources
81%
med
Learning resources
81%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
77%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
81%
med
Student voice
66%
low
Student voice
66%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
57%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
69%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
71%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
69%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
67%
low
Student information
See who's studying at Bournemouth University. These students are taking Games Design or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Computer Science | C | |||||
| Media Studies | B | |||||
| Physics | C | |||||
| Business Studies | A | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Games Design course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about Bournemouth University graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
67%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
91%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
16%
Information Technology Professionals
13%
Elementary occupations
6%
Sales occupations
Graduate statistics
75%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
91%
In work, study or other activity
75%
Say it fits with future plans
53%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
41%
Information Technology Professionals
12%
Web and Multimedia Design Professionals
7%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
6%
Business and public service associate professionals
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Bournemouth University graduates who took Games Design - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£24.8k
First year after graduation
£33.2k
Third year after graduation
£39.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Games Design.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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Bournemouth University courses are designed with direct input from employers, with many courses accredited by the biggest names in industry. Every student has the opportunity to get work experience as part of their course and opportunities for work, study or volunteering abroad too. Our courses have been recognised for the quality of student learning opportunities and support around your course too, so you’ll be well-prepared for your future, whatever it may be. What better place to find a balance with study and life than our beautiful cosmopolitan town, from Nandos to nights out and Beach days taking in some rays. There’s a Bournemouth to be discovered for everyone. Our award-winning nightclub, The Old Firestation, and end-of-year festival – the Summerball – all contribute to make your BU experience an unforgettable experience. Come and see us at an Open Day to discover why you #BelongatBU.
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