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Computer Games Technology
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time
- 14/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Abertay Campus
Course summary
Learn everything you need to become a highly skilled games programmer. Join our world-leading Computer Games Technology degree and study the engines and hardware that make computer games work.
You'll create your own game prototypes, showcasing current techniques using the latest technologies. This means diving into subjects like games programming and AI, through to console and engine development. Along the way you'll be taught by industry experts who worked on award-winning games (console and mobile) and be studying right here in Dundee - home to over a third of the country's games companies.
This degree was created in consultation with the games sector, a direct response to the acute shortage of games programmers. For example, we host one of the largest PlayStation 5 labs and the development kits are fully integrated within the curriculum.
Worldwide shortage of games programmers
You'll graduate work-ready and able to thrive on the kind of challenges the games sector throws up, having covered topics like:
Games programming.
Graphics.
Artificial intelligence (AI).
Games hardware.
Engine development.
Essential industry experience
To make sure you're learning at the cutting-edge, the course is kept up-to-date as the games industry changes and technology advances. Industry experience plays an essential part of the course, to improve your CV and make you even more employable. Our students have worked as interns at companies such as:
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Ninja Kiwi
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TT Games
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d3t
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People Can Fly
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Pocket Sized Hands
Your expertise and knowledge will be sought after in the games industry and beyond.
The course ranked TOP in Scotland for overall satisfaction in Computer Games and Animation (National Student Survey 2023). And 92% for Overall Satisfaction and 94% for Teaching Quality (NSS 2022).
Abertay is the top International School for video games design (Princeton Review 2024). Which makes Abertay the best video games school in Europe.
Modules
https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/computer-games-technology/#modules
Assessment method
You will spend around 12-15 hours per week in lectures, tutorials and laboratories. Lectures are used to present key concepts, theories and techniques. Tutorials and laboratory-based activities increase your understanding of the subject and allow you to develop your competence and confidence in technological and theoretical work. During the course you will be required to actively participate in group work, discussions, seminars, and private study. There is a mixed assessment strategy used on the course. Most modules are assessed through coursework, which may include project work and student-led presentations. Some modules use a mixture of coursework and formal examination.
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:
- G470
- Institution code:
- A30
- Campus name:
- Abertay Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
Year 2 - Higher National Certificate/Diploma or equivalent
Please see website for accepted courses
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
A level - BCC
To include AS Maths at grade B or A Level Math at grade C
Entry into Year 2 with AAB to include Maths and Computing
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Creative Media Production
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Engineering
IT
Art & Design
Must include A Level Maths at B
Entry into Year 2 with D*D*D Creative Media Production (Games Development) to include A Level Maths at B
Scottish Higher - ABBB
To include Maths
Scottish Advanced Higher - AAB
Entry into Year 2 to include Maths and Computing
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3, H3
To include Maths
Scottish HNC - Pass
Entry into Year 2 with an HNC in one of the following:-
Computer Games Development - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% or Bespoke Maths for D&A College
Computing - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60%
Next Gen Computing - Graded Unit M plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60% or Bespoke Maths for D&A College
Scottish HND - Pass
Entry into Year 2 with HND Computer Games Development - Graded Unit B plus Advanced Higher Maths at B and National 5 Physics (or equivalent)
Entry into Year 1 with an HND in one of the following:-
Computer Science - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60%
Computing: Networking - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60%
Computing: Software Development - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60%
Computing: Technical Support - Graded Unit B plus Scottish Higher Maths at B or Open University Essential Mathematics 1 at 60%
T Level - M
Digital Production, Design & Development (Pearson)
Digital Business Services (NCFE)
Digital Support Services (NCFE)
Digital Production, Design & Development
Digital Support Services
Digital Business Services
Applicants should have National 5 Maths at grade C or equivalent
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
A level - CCD
To include AS Maths at B or A Level Maths at C
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Creative Media Production
Electrical/Electronic Engineering
Engineering
IT
Art & Design
Must have AS Maths at B
Scottish Higher - ABB
To include Maths
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 25 points
With 3 subjects at a minimum at S5 or H4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H3, H3
To include Maths
We may make you an offer at the minimum entry grades if you meet the criteria.
Find out more about minimum qualification requirements for this course.
English language requirements
We look for applicants to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no individual test lower than 5.5.
Some degrees have higher requirements - refer to the 'entry routes' tab of each degree for more detail.
List of English Language Requirements https://www.abertay.ac.uk/studying/informationforinternationalstudents/english-requirements/
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We don't just look at your grades, admission is based on academic merit, considering personal circumstances and potential. We look for applicants to demonstrate relevant and appropriate level of academic achievement as well as personal and professional experiences providing an indication of ability to meet the demands and professional requirements of the course. For a small number of courses, additional means of assessment such as an interview or portfolio may also be required.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 3 other computer games and animation courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*AA
- Highest grades
- CDD
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.
How do you compare?
See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16950 | Year 1 |
| International | £16950 | Year 1 |
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
International/EU fees are £17,950 for the following courses:-
BA (Hons) Computer Arts
BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology
BSc (Hons) Computing
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cybersecurity
BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking
BA (Hons) Game Design and Production
BSc (Hons) Visual Effects for Games and Realtime Media
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