Course Details

BA (Hons) Computer Games Design with Foundation Year

Level up with our BA (Hons) Computer Games Design degree, where you’ll focus on building the mechanics, levels and systems that sit behind the play. From concept to completion, you’ll design player-focused

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Start Date

October 2026, February 2027, June 2027

Duration

4 years

Campus

London

Tuition Fee

£9,790 per year (UK home)

Study Mode

Full-time

Structure

Course Structure

Foundation Year

Stage 1 - The first stage covers the key areas related to your degree programme and will focus on either creative design or business. You’ll learn the theoretical knowledge and debates surrounding these disciplines and the historical and international contexts which underpin them. You will also begin to build the foundations for studying at degree level.
Stage 2 - This stage builds on the key research, analytical and reflective skills built in Stage 1. You will also have the opportunity to explore specialist areas of study and focus on your chosen path within the creative arts.
Stage 3 - You’ll undertake a self-directed, specialist project which will synthesise and conclude your newly learned knowledge. The Final Major Project consists of three units which include advanced language and study skills needed for progression onto an LCCA design or creative business undergraduate degree.

Year 1

Games Design Concepts and Visual Storytelling
Games Studio Practice 1
Introduction to 3D Asset Creation for Games
Introduction to Gameplay Mechanics

Year 2

Level Design: Player Experience and Usability
Games Studio Practice 2
Games Project Management
Advanced Mechanics and Quest Design

Year 3

Games Studio Practice 3
Final Year Project and Professional Portfolio Curation
Audio and Soundscapes for Games OR Advanced Games Feature Design and Emerging Technologies

Requirements

Entry Requirements

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Academic Requirements

Foundation Year Requirements: 32 UCAS tariff points from accepted qualifications*, or Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4), or Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma, or Pass at UALAB Extended Diploma, or 32 UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in appropriate subject. Year 1 Requirements: 112 new UCAS tariff points Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4) Merit, Pass, Pass at BTEC Extended Diploma Merit at UAL Extended Diploma 112 new UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in an appropriate subject 27-30 points from the International Baccalaureate Non-Standard Entry: An interview will be required to assess an applicant’s ability to meet the Level 3 qualification criteria/ benchmark. Assessment via: A Personal Statement explaining motivation and experience and an interview to assess readiness for study. A written task to evaluate academic ability (if necessary). Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply.

English Language Requirements

IELTS: Other relevant and equivalent level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds apply. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. GCSE: Foundation Year - GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent · Functional Skills English Level 2. · Duolingo English Test (DET) 85 minimum preferably no minimum per component Year 1 - Four GCSE passes at grade A*-C and/or grade 4-9 including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2).

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