Middlesbrough,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Games Programming (with Foundation Year) in Sheffield United Kingdom | Teesside University
Teesside University
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Sheffield United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
17,000
(c. USD22,795.3)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This program ranks among the UK's top game development degrees and enjoys strong industry recognition. You'll learn from veteran developers and globally acclaimed researchers on this specialized track.
Have you considered the creation process behind your favorite games? Game programmers craft interactive elements, visuals, and soundscapes - a demanding technical role requiring advanced skills. The curriculum equips you with software engineering expertise tailored for gaming, plus hands-on experience to launch your career. You'll also participate in game jams, coding competitions, and professional networking events.
The foundation year option provides essential preparation for students who need extra support or don't meet first-year entry requirements.
Key curriculum themes include:
coding principles and agile development methodologies
gaming systems architecture (mobile and console platforms)
interactive gameplay systems and interface design (including multimodal interfaces) AI development
online multiplayer systems (from casual to MMO environments) visual effects, motion systems, physics engines, and simulation programming.
Duration: 4 years (extendable to 5 with an industry placement)
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 5.5
Qualification Requirements
Any combination of level 3 qualifications. Each application is considered on a case-by-case basis.
For entry onto an undergraduate degree programme, you would normally need a pass in at least two A levels, or equivalent level 3 qualifications as a minimum. The new level 3 T levels, offered from September 2020, will be considered for entry onto our courses. There may be some course-specific requirements. You may also need GCSE passes at grade 4 (or C) or above, or other level 2 qualifications. These may be required in specific subjects, depending on your university course but please visit the relevant course page for more details, including any additional course requirements such as an interview, portfolio or audition. Other level 2 qualifications may be accepted as alternatives. Some courses ask for additional entry requirements because of the requirements of the associated profession.
IELTS - 5.5
PTE (Academic) - 59
Cambridge English scale - 162
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE II Pass
For entry onto an undergraduate degree programme, you would normally need a pass in at least two A levels, or equivalent level 3 qualifications as a minimum. The new level 3 T levels, offered from September 2020, will be considered for entry onto our courses. There may be some course-specific requirements. You may also need GCSE passes at grade 4 (or C) or above, or other level 2 qualifications. These may be required in specific subjects, depending on your university course but please visit the relevant course page for more details, including any additional course requirements such as an interview, portfolio or audition. Other level 2 qualifications may be accepted as alternatives. Some courses ask for additional entry requirements because of the requirements of the associated profession.
IELTS - 5.5
PTE (Academic) - 59
Cambridge English scale - 162
Trinity Integrated Skills in English - ISE II Pass
Tuition
GBP
17,000