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Graphic Design

BA (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · 09/2026 · UndergraduateMain Site

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Course summary

About the course

BA (Hons) Games Design focuses on the creative and technical skills needed to design engaging games and interactive experiences. The course is designed for students who want to explore how gameplay, mechanics, narrative and user experience come together within professional games development.

You will develop ideas from concept to playable prototype, learning how games are designed for different platforms and audiences. The course supports students aiming for careers in games design, interactive media and related creative industries.

What you’ll study

You’ll build a solid foundation in games design, while gaining professional skills valued across games and interactive media industries, including game mechanics design, level design, prototyping, narrative development, user experience design and creative problem solving.

Modules offered can vary each year but may include:

• Games Design Practice

• Game Mechanics and Systems

• Level and Narrative Design

• Games Design Project

How you’ll learn

You will learn through:

• Studio-based workshops and practical design sessions

• Creative briefs and collaborative game projects

• Assessment through playable prototypes, portfolios and presentations

• Independent study supported by tutorials, critique and academic feedback

You will also use digital learning platforms, specialist software and online resources to support your design development.

Future opportunities

The course prepares you for creative roles within the games and interactive media industries, while also developing transferable skills relevant to wider digital and creative careers.

• Games designer and level designer roles

• Interactive media and experience design

• Creative technology and digital production

• Freelance practice or postgraduate study

The transferable skills developed also support progression into postgraduate study or wider creative and professional roles.

Facilities

You will study in specialist facilities designed to support games design and interactive development.

• Dedicated studios and computer suites for games development

• Industry-standard games engines and design software

• Collaborative studio and project spaces

• Access to technical support and learning resources

These facilities support your academic development and help you apply games design knowledge with confidence.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 09/2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
W568
Institution code:
R48
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
W568
Institution code:
R48
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 112 points

T Level - M

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6with a minimum of 5.5 in each band
TOEFL (iBT)80with the following minimum scores: Reading: 18 Writing: 17 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20
PTE Academic59with no less than 59 in any band
Cambridge English AdvancedCgrade C in tests prior to 2015 with no less than 'weak' in any band
We may accept other high school English qualifications if you are applying for an undergraduate degree. Please contact us at admissions@roehampton.ac.uk to clarify.

English Language requirements https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/international/entry-requirements/

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
International£16950*Year 1
England£9535*Year 1
Northern Ireland£9535*Year 1
Scotland£9535*Year 1
Wales£9535*Year 1
Channel Islands£9535*Year 1
Republic of Ireland£9535*Year 1
EU£16950*Year 1

* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The University has not yet confirmed fees for 2026 entry, the listed indicative fee is based on 2025 entry.

We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you: https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/student-support/non-academic-and-academic-support/financial-support-and-guidance

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