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UndergraduateMaster of Engineering (with Honours)UCAS: I6K8

Computer Science (High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering)

University of Leeds
Leeds, England
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5 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£37,000Avg. Graduate Salary
79%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in engineering and technology with the MEng (Hon) Computer Science (High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering) at University of Leeds. Based in Leeds, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 5-year full-time structure. The multi-billion-pound global games industry is one of the most performance-driven areas of computer science. Along with video and console games, the popularity of exciting new immersive games, high-fidelity mobile and eSports are all on the rise – all of which is fuelling the huge growth of this fast-paced sector. Successful computer graphics programmers push computing resources to the limit using a deep understanding of architecture and high-performance programming to generate new levels of graphical realism and visual effects on cutting-edge hardware platforms. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £32,750 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £42,000 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Programming Fundamentals and C++
Computer Graphics Principles
Game Engine Architecture
High-Performance Computing Systems
Real-Time Rendering Techniques
Shader Programming and GPU Computing
Game Physics and Animation
Advanced Visual Effects and Simulation
UCAS Code:I6K8
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA

A-level: AAA including Mathematics. Where an A-level Science subject is taken, we require a pass in the practical science element, alongside the achievement of the A-level at the stated grade. GCSE: English Language grade 4 (C) or higher, or an equivalent English language qualification. We will accept Level 2 Functional Skills English instead of GCSE English. Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), International Project Qualification (IPQ) and Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate(ASCC): We recognise the value of these qualifications and the effort and enthusiasm that applicants put into them, and where an applicant offers an A in the EPQ/IPQ/ASCC we may make an offer of AAB at A-Level including A in Mathematics.

UCAS Points128

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£9,790

per year

Total Course Cost (5 years)£48,950

Home Student Fee

£32,750

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Leeds

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£32,000£37,000£46,000
3 years£32,000£42,000£50,500
5 years£38,500£49,000£67,500

UK subject average: £32,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 31% above UK average salary
This course
£42,000
UK average
£32,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 53% above UK average salary
This course
£49,000
UK average
£32,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH11-01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
67%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
79%
Learning opportunities
77%
Assessment and feedback
70%
Academic support
86%
Organisation and management
73%
Learning resources
80%
Student voice
70%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
76%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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Sanctuary Scholarship

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£10,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
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About University of Leeds

University of Leeds offers Computer Science (High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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