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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year

Entry requirements

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Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.

Computer games
SubjectGrade
ICTA*
PhotographyA*
PhysicsA*
Business StudiesC
Computer ScienceE
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: DGV2

Here's what University of Wales Trinity Saint David says about its Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year course.

The emphasis of this programme is software development, computer graphics and computer games. Choose this course to become skilled and knowledgeable in the technical aspects of software development, with a specific focus on games. Graduates of this programme are likely to find employment either within the games industry or with specialist software organisations.

You will build a solid foundation of skills and knowledge on this programme. You will be equipped with knowledge of the current state of the industry and there is also an emphasis on skills for lifelong learning, so you will be able to update your skills throughout your career.

This programme allows students to develop a broad range of skills in the Computer Games area and will also allow students to pursue more specialist interests.

As a graduate of this course, your employment in this field is likely to start as a member of a team, conceiving, designing, developing and implementing complex software for games or related software development industries.

Source: University of Wales Trinity Saint David

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

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2 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Computing

Location

SA1 Waterfront Campus, Swansea | Swansea

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time

Subjects

• Computer games

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,790 per year
Scotland£9,790 per year
Wales£9,790 per year
Northern Ireland£9,790 per year
Channel Islands£9,790 per year
Republic of Ireland£9,790 per year
EU£15,600 per year
International£15,600 per year

The modules you will study

Foundation Year Compulsory

Analysing and Solving Problems (20 credits) Introduction to Computer Programming (20 credits) Introduction to Computer Systems (20 credits) Introduction to Mathematics and Science (20 credits) Academic Skills (20 credits) Integrating Project (20 credits)

Year Two: Compulsory

Analysing and Solving Problems (20 credits) Introduction to Computer Programming (20 credits) Introduction to Computer Systems (20 credits) Introduction to Mathematics and Science (20 credits) Academic Skills (20 credits) Integrating Project (20 credits)

Year Three Compulsory

Changemakers: Creativity and Value Creation (20 credits) Indie Game Development (20 credits) Data Security and Compliance (20 credits) Advanced Software Development (20 credits) Games Architecture and Mechanics (20 credits) Software Engineering Principles and Testing (20 credits)

Year Four Compulsory

Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (20 credits) Emerging Trends (20 credits) Graphics and Games Programming (20 credits) GPU Programming (20 credits) Independent Project (40 credits)

How you will be assessed

The School of Applied Computing aims to produce graduates that help shape the future of software engineering. The course content is contemporary and shaped for employability through close links with local and national employers.

Students are assessed through a combination of worksheets, practicals, presentations, projects and examinations. Module assessment is often by assignment, or assignment and examination. The final mark for some modules may include one or more pieces of coursework set and completed during the module. Project work is assessed by written report and presentation.

Students are encouraged to use our links with Software Alliance Wales and Go Wales to work on commercial schemes for their Major Project module. Go Wales provides the opportunity of paid work placements with local businesses.

University of Wales Trinity Saint David student reviews

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Based on 9 reviews from University of Wales Trinity Saint David's students and alumni
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Wales Trinity Saint David

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 University of Wales Trinity Saint David students who took the Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

87%

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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

93%

high

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

80%

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To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

67%

low

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

73%

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How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

73%

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To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

80%

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To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

73%

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How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

87%

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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

67%

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How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

47%

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How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

53%

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How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

80%

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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

79%

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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

100%

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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

80%

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How well organised is your course?

60%

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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

100%

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How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

92%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

86%

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How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

53%

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To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

87%

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To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

87%

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How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

56%

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Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.

53%

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How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

79%

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Student information

See who's studying at University of Wales Trinity Saint David. These students are taking Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.

Computer games
Mode of study
Full-time97%Part-time3%
Gender ratio
Female29%Male70%Other1%
Where students come from
International2%UK98%
Number of students85
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

We have no information about graduates who took Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year at University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Wales Trinity Saint David graduates who took Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.

Computing

Earnings

£22.8k

First year after graduation

£26.6k

Third year after graduation

£27.7k

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 Computing (Games Development) with Foundation Year.

Source: LEO

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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