Poole,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Games Software Engineering with Creative Industries Foundation Year in Dorset United Kingdom | Bournemouth University
Bournemouth University
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Dorset United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
18,800
(c. USD25,056.26)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Master programming methods for contemporary game development while expanding your expertise in AI, physics, game engines, and graphics programming. The curriculum emphasizes specialized modules to equip you with diverse software engineering capabilities applicable to game development. Learn from industry professionals, academic experts, and guest speakers from top gaming companies. Instruction takes place in specialized facilities using cutting-edge, industry-standard game development tools. Gain practical experience through either a 4-week work placement (3-year program) or 30-week placement (4-year program). Our program maintains strong connections with leading game studios worldwide, including Unity, Jagex, King, Sports Interactive, Creative Assembly, Climax Studios, and more.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
This course requires 120128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent.
Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs)
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies.
A-level and AS levels 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Access to HE Diploma 120128 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
BTEC National
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
Foundation Diploma/90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Extended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
Cambridge Technical
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
International Baccalaureate Certificates 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.
International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 3133 points.
Scottish Highers 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Scottish Advanced Highers 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
T Levels
T Levels - Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
Foundation Year entry requirements
Numeracy and literacy requirements
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (for Technology Foundation Year option)
For September 2024 entry 4872 UCAS tariff points.
IELTS - 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 60
Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs)
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies.
A-level and AS levels 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Access to HE Diploma 120128 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades.
BTEC National
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
Foundation Diploma/90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Extended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification as part of the overall tariff.
Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
Cambridge Technical
Extended Diploma: Distinction, Distinction, Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
International Baccalaureate Certificates 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates.
International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 3133 points.
Scottish Highers 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers.
Scottish Advanced Highers 120128 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
T Levels
T Levels - Merit (120 UCAS tariff points)
Foundation Year entry requirements
Numeracy and literacy requirements
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (for Technology Foundation Year option)
For September 2024 entry 4872 UCAS tariff points.
IELTS - 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component.
TOEFL iBT - Overall 60
Tuition
GBP
18,800