Combined Honours Programmes

Computer Games Design (Major only)

Campus: Docklands

Why study Computer Games Design as part of a Combined Honours Degree?

This is a program that shows you how to plan, design and implement computer games. Traditionally, undergraduate programmes in the area of videogame/computer games design focus on either programming or visual design, requiring students to have skills or a portfolio of maths/computing or fine art. This programme concentrates on the interactive design process.

The Computer Games Design Combined Honours programme offers students and opportunity to study the interactive design process and theories underpinning the design and development of computer games. In addition to the theoretical elements students will learn and use software applications to apply their understanding of computer games design.

What will I study?

Students following the programme will study:

The principles and practice of graphic production – the design process and vector and raster based image manipulation
The theoretical basis and the production process of computer games design.
3D Design and Modelling – model creation techniques, texturing, lighting, rendering and exporting for use in virtual environments
Virtual world and level design - the essential elements required for level and world design and 3D environment construction.
Analysis of the games industry, the differing games markets and the different types of game players.

Which modules will I study?

You can view a full guide to the modules you have to study as part of your chosen pathway, along with a full range of option modules available by viewing the Single & Combined Honours Programmes Guide for Computer Games Design

Can I study a Combined Honours Programme as a Part-time degree?

All our Combined Honours Programmes can be studied on a Part-time or Full-time basis. As a Part-time student, you will study the same degree programme, but at a slower pace. You will study up to 4 modules per year (instead of 6 as a full-time student).

What career opportunities are open to me if I study Computer Games Design?

There are a number of potential careers in games design, development, or management within the games or new media industries.

Popular Combinations with Computer Games Design are

Computer Games Design with Animation (W2WP)
Computer Games Design with Illustration (W299)
Computer Games Design with Business Management (G4NG)

What can I combine with the Computer Games Design pathways?

We have over 5000 different combinations and you can choose from over 75 pathways. Please visit the Combined Honours Programmes page for a full list

Please note that the timetabling for this pathway is currently under review and some combinations may require evening attendance. Please check with the School of Combined Honours for further details.

Entry Requirements

240 UCAS tariff points (including two passes at A2 level) plus GCSE Maths and English grade C or above.

How do I apply?

If you wish to study with us full-time from September, you will need to make your application via UCAS (www.ucas.ac.uk). If you wish to study with us part-time you can obtain an application form from our admissions department study@uel.ac.uk or apply on-line.