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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: I648
Computer Games Design and Programming (With a foundation year)
University of StaffordshireStoke-on-Trent, England
4 yearsDuration
£16,750Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
74%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Computer Games Design and Programming (With a foundation year) at University of Staffordshire is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about designing solutions for real-world challenges. Based in Stoke-on-Trent, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. As a Computer Games Design and Programming student, you'll learn how to take your game ideas from concept, through production to final release using industry-standard design and development techniques. You will also learn how to develop or modify the technologies used in game engines. Run in affiliation with games industry body TIGA, this course will give you the skills you need for a career in games development focused around using multiple games technologies. International tuition fees are £16,750 per year, home/UK fees are £9,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 80% continuation rate, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Mathematics for Computing
Introduction to Programming and Problem Solving
Game Design Fundamentals
3D Graphics and Game Engines
Game Programming and Development
Interactive Narrative and Game Writing
Production and Project Management
Games Industry Practice and Professional Development
UCAS Code:I648
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AE |
| UCAS Points | 8 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,750
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£67,000
Home Student Fee
£9,250
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 Staffordshire
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £24,000 | £30,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,500 | £28,500 |
| 5 years | £22,000 | £29,000 | £36,500 |
UK subject average: £25,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 10% below UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£25,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 16% above UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£25,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-06 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
70%Working
3%Studying
11%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
62%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH11-01-06 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
66%
Overall
Teaching on my course
74%Learning opportunities
71%Assessment and feedback
70%Academic support
71%Organisation and management
42%Learning resources
78%Student voice
58%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
87%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About University of Staffordshire
University of Staffordshire offers Computer Games Design and Programming (With a foundation year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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