BSc (Hons) Games Design

The Games Development course at the University of Cumbria is designed to equip students with a strong set of skills in video game design and development. It emphasizes both creative and technical aspects of game development, preparing learners for a variety of careers in the rapidly evolving gaming industry.Course Content: The programme covers a broad range of topics, including fundamental coding and design principles, story development techniques, and the application of modern technologies like virtual reality in gaming. Students are also encouraged to develop industry-level professional skills by working on real-world project briefs and benefit from a work placement opportunity in their second year.Key Modules: The course is organized into several modules covering areas such as Games Design Fundamentals, Code Development, 3D Modelling and Animation, Professional Project Management, and Marketing and Law. Students complete their studies with a final year Major Project where they create a fully playable game.Accreditations: Though not formally accredited by any professional bodies, the course is designed to align with industry-specific standards which help students to learn the practical aspects of game development.Future Careers: Students can build their skills and enhance their understanding to pursue a range of careers in the gaming industry. Potential roles include Games Designer, Games Developer, Games Artist, Games Tester, Quality Assurance, and many more. The course also helps prepare students for entrepreneurship in game development.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.