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Computer Science with Games Programming

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 to 4 years
  • Full-Time
  • 20 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
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Course summary

Do you want to position yourself at the forefront of technical advancement in a constantly evolving industry?

As the technology in the games world advances at pace, programmers are in demand to tackle live issues facing the field. Our staff are actively engaged in research, ensuring you’re learning in line with sector developments. Crucially, staff are fully invested in your potential - in the National Student Survey 2025, Computer Science ranked top in Yorkshire for assessment and feedback. This course will set you up for the career you want, whether that is as a games programmer, working in gameplay or AI, or within the wider computing field.

Throughout the course you'll explore various programming languages. These include Java, and we'll support you in progressing to C++, the industry standard language for writing performant software. You'll also explore the technical aspects of games development in dedicated games modules. These cover everything from game engine architecture to computer graphics and Artificial Intelligence (AI), and you’ll be working in industry-standard software.

Why choose Huddersfield for this course?

Focus on game-specific technologies while utilising industry-standard hardware and software in dedicated labs with high performance graphics cards.

A Common First Year across our Computing suite of degrees gives you the flexibility to switch courses later if another area is of more interest.

This course is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS), setting you on the path to Chartered IT Professional status.

Modules

Course Modules

In the first year of study, modules include:
• Introduction to Procedural Programming
• Computing Science and Mathematics
• Computer Organisation and Architecture
• Computer Network Fundamentals
• Project 1
• Introduction to Object-Oriented Programming

To see the full range of modules and descriptions please visit our website. The module information is in the ‘Course details’ section of our course page.

https://courses.hud.ac.uk/2027-28/undergraduate/computer-science-with-games-programming-bsc-hons

Assessment method

All our courses give you an overview of:
• contact time with your tutor
• time spent on independent study
• how you will be taught, assessed, and receive feedback

Take a look at the Teaching and Assessment information on our course page.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • BCS - The Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Computer Society

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (optional) • 3 to 4 Years

Start dates

  • 20 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

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:
C186
Institution code:
H60
Campus name:
Main Site
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

University of Huddersfield 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
13 January 2027

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:
C186
Institution code:
H60
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
BBB-BBC

T Level
M

UCAS Tariff
120-112

from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.

Access to HE Diploma
Merit: 45

or above, in a subject that is relevant to the course.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

In addition you must have GCSE English Language or Literature at grade 4 or above and Maths at grade 5 or above, or grade C and B respectively if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

120-112 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM

This course is available with a foundation year if you do not have the pre-requisite qualifications to apply directly to the full course. If you successfully pass the foundation year, you will automatically progress on to the BSc course.

The University accepts a wide range of Level 3 qualifications for entry to undergraduate courses. Entry requirements vary by course, so applicants should always check the specific requirements for their chosen course. Other suitable experience or qualifications may be considered. For further information, please see the University’s Undergraduate Entry Requirements.

Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: Please contact the Student Recruitment Team at study@hud.ac.uk for more information. https://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent.https://www.hud.ac.uk/international/courses-and-entry-requirements/international-entry-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.

Our offer-making is transparent, consistent, and equitable.
Whilst we don’t make contextual offers (a reduced points or grades offer based on personal circumstances), we do offer a variety of fairer access opportunities and support.

Learn more on the University of Huddersfield website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£10050
EU & International£17600*

* 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 tuition fee for full-time, undergraduate students is £10,050.

This information is for Home students applying to study at the University of Huddersfield in the academic year 2027/28.

International students fees are still to be confirmed and they are currently based on 26/27 fees, these will be updated as soon as possible.

Please note that tuition fees for subsequent years may rise in line with inflation (RPI-X) and/or Government policy.

From January 2027 the UK government is launching a new student funding system for people starting university education. For detailed information please visit our website.

Please email the Student Finance Office (sfo@hud.ac.uk) or call 01484 472210 for more information about fees and finance.

Sponsorship information

Scholarships and bursaries - Undergraduate

Please see our website for further information.

http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/

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