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Games Development

1 Study option · UndergraduateChester

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Course summary

Our BSc Games Development degree aims to produce industry-ready graduates with all the skills, knowledge and experience required to successfully enter a career in computer game development.

This course will allow you to develop your understanding of programming, design, artistry, and professional practices using the same tools and software employed by leading developers. You'll also create full, portfolio ready work, integrating all taught skills into individual and group-based projects.

The course is situated in the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences. This is a forward-thinking school that prioritises student satisfaction and employability. The University is known for its high-quality teaching, and the staff on our course are no exception. Our team of experienced lecturers brings both research and industry experience to the course. Ralph Ferneyhough, in particular, has 20 years of experience in the games industry and has contributed to over 30 published commercial games.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Chester

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 05/10/2026

Application codes

Course code:
I150
Institution code:
C55

University of Chester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Course code:
I150
Institution code:
C55

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 4 other computing courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Chester, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
BBC Most common
  1. ABB
  2. Highest grades
  3. CDD
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

95% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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80 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

85 Go onto work and study

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