University Centre Farnborough
Boundary Road
Farnborough
GU14 6SB
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Game Design
- FdA
- 1.5 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- University of Surrey
Course summary
This course can provide a route into careers related to animation, game design, game development, and software engineering
Explores game design and development from both a creative and technical perspective
Teaching utilises a range of technologies, including virtual reality goggles and modern software
Modules
Level 4
• Environmental 3D Modelling
• Introduction to Game Design
• Introduction to Coding
• Academic Skills
• 2D Game Art and UI
• Narrative Design
• Intermediate Coding
• Games in Society
Level 5
• 3D Character Modelling and Animation
• Level Design
• Advanced Coding
• Professional Development and Work Placement
• Coding for Virtual Reality
• Branching Narratives
• Sound Design for Games
• Emergent Technologies
Assessment method
You will normally be assessed throughout your course to test your understanding within each module. This will be done through a combination of written assignments, presentations, formal examinations, project proposals, and a dissertation.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- FdA • Full-time • 1.5 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:
- GDG2
- Institution code:
- F66
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University Centre Farnborough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- GDG2
- Institution code:
- F66
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
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.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £12000* | Whole course |
| Channel Islands | £12000* | Whole course |
| England | £12000* | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £12000* | Whole course |
| Scotland | £12000* | Whole course |
| Wales | £12000* | Whole course |
* 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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