BSc Hons Computer Games Development

LJMU offers students access to a dedicated gaming lab equipped with VR-ready workstations, PlayStation and Xbox development kits, VR development tools (including Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, PlayStation VR, Gear VR), Microsoft HoloLens, and a motion capture system. The program incorporates industry-standard curricula, including partnerships like PlayStation First and Unreal Academic Partner, into its teaching methodologies. Students have opportunities to engage in academic societies such as the LJMU IGDA Academic Chapter and participate in annual events like the LJMU Game Showcase and LJMU Game Jam. Additionally, the university maintains strong links with over 450 local, national, and international organizations, facilitating opportunities for paid industrial placements with companies such as Sony Computer Entertainment Europe (SCEE), Lucid Games, Atomicom, Damibu, Setgo Games, Fish in a Bottle, and TribePlay in China.

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Computer Games Development program have pursued careers with leading game development companies, including Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, Rockstar North, Electronic Arts, Jagex, Lucid Games, TT-Games, Hello Games, PlayDemand, and V-Time. The program's emphasis on both theoretical knowledge and practical skills ensures that graduates are well-prepared to succeed in the competitive gaming industry.