BSc (Hons) Games Design

The BSc (Hons) Games Design course offered by Manchester Metropolitan University is an undergraduate program that provides students with an understanding of gameplay as well as the skills and knowledge necessary to create game experiences. The program aims to develop individuals into game designers who can think about, logically order, represent and realise rules and systems, levels and environments; design, model and texture high-polygon characters and objects; and tell compelling stories through game-related visual and textual narratives.Course Content: During the course, students will explore game art and aesthetics, gameplay and player experiences, alongside game design tools, techniques and principles for creating interactive gameplay experiences. Subjects covered include design, modelling, character animation, games design, virtual reality, and augmented reality, among others. Key Modules: Some of the key modules offered in this course are Games Design Theory, Digital Animation Techniques, Character and Environment Design, Narrative Game Design, Independent Games Production, Design for Virtual Reality, and Professional Development and Identity.Future Careers: Graduates of this course are expected to find opportunities in job roles like games designer, artist, animator, level designer, production manager or visual effects (VFX) artist. They may also find employment in roles in the broader cultural industries (e.g. digital marketing, SEO analysis, project management).For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.