1. The University of Northampton
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  4. BA (Hons) in Games Design (Top-up)

BA (Hons) in Games Design (Top-up)

1 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

The University of Northampton

Program Overview

The Games Design Top-Up BA (Hons) program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to become successful Game Designers, prioritizing practical application over theory. Prior knowledge of Game Engines, Art packages, and design theory is expected. The course will provide training in creative skills, technical software skills, and industry knowledge required by top games developers. To meet industry standards, you will be required to create a personal portfolio of your work, which reflects contemporary and historical references, cultural and social contexts, and professional practice needs.

Program Key Stats

£15,500
£9,250
Sept Intake : 25th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

2.5
27
60

NA
6.0
110

Additional Information & Requirements

Games Design Top-Up BA (Hons) is structured to prepare students to become Game Designers with practical application taking precedence over theoretical work. You will be expected to already have a good working knowledge of Game Engines, Art packages and design theory. We will give you creative skills, technical software skills and industry knowledge, which are all required by leading games developers. You will produce a personal portfolio of your work to reflect industry and professional practice needs, informed by historical and contemporary references, cultural and social contexts. Standard entry requirements apply. Applicants are expected to have completed a HND, DipHE or FdA in traditional art and design, computing, graphics or a related subject area. All selected applicants will be invited for a portfolio review and discussion. International students may submit their portfolio electronically. English Language Requirements All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level

Career Options

  • Game level designer
  • Video game project lead
  • Project Manager
  • video game developer
  • etc

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