Manchester ,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Development in Manchester United Kingdom | Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester Metropolitan University
|
Manchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
20,000
(c. USD26,655.6)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Our degree in computer games development equips you with the skills to become a professional games programmer. From day one, you'll dive into practical work, creating and coding games while preparing for a dynamic career in interactive digital media. Using our advanced facilities, you'll master core computer science competencies like programming and computational mathematics, alongside specialized game development and design methods. The curriculum covers all aspects of game software, from coding game mechanics to working with industry-standard tools like Unity and Unreal Engine. You'll explore game logic and architecture, prototype development, and professional game production workflows. The program maintains strong industry relevance, offering chances to present your projects to potential employers. As you progress, you'll compile an impressive portfolio to demonstrate your capabilities when pursuing game development positions. Through game jams and extensive practical experience, you'll graduate ready to enter the thrilling computer games industry. Options include: 3-year full-time, 4-year with placement, or 4-year with foundation year. Career opportunities Graduates find diverse roles in the evolving digital, media, and creative sectors. While specializing in game design and programming, your skills will also qualify you for software development, UX analysis, and technology management positions across various industries. The degree's versatile skill set opens doors in project management, scientific research, education, and beyond. Manchester serves as a thriving center for digital technology, with MediaCityUK and numerous tech companies nearby. Located in Manchester's innovation district along Oxford Road, our Computing and Mathematics Department maintains strong connections with leading digital media and technology organizations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
GCE A levels - grades BBB, and to include minimum grade B in one of the following subjects: IT, Computer Science, Mathematics, CCEA Digital Technology, Software Systems Development or a science subject.
Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DDD in IT, Computing or Creative Digital Media Production. Applicants with a qualification in Applied Science or Engineering will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 
Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall in Computing, IT or Science with a minimum 122 UCAS Tariff points
T level - Overall grade Merit in Digital Production, Design and Development. Applicants with T level in Digital Business Services, Digital Support Services or Science will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 30 or minimum 120 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects, including HL5 in at least one of IT, Computing. Mathematics or a science subject.
Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. The equivalent of A level grade B in a relevant subject will be required as part of any offer.
A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. 
AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A level-equivalent qualifications.
Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course.
Specific GCSE requirements
GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent, e.g. Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills English
and
GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics or equivalent, e.g. Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics
IELTS 6.0, with no component below 5.5 TOEFL IBT Overall score: 79 With no individual test score below: Listening: 17 Reading: 18 Speaking: 20 Writing : 17
Tuition
GBP
20,000