B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Games Technology

This course shares a common first year with BSc Games Design and Development allowing you to transfer between them at the end of Year 1 should you wish to.

In Year 1 you will study a core set of skills which includes programming, multimedia and internet development, maths and computer hardware and fundamentals. You will be designing and programming computer games from the outset using a variety of game programming languages and tools.

In Year 2 you will develop your games programming skills on several fronts. Your general programming skills are enhanced to include object oriented techniques; you will develop low level game engine components, and use a 3D programming language such as OpenGL to produce game objects and environments. A specialised game design unit will examine various models of game logic and architecture from a design perspective.

If you opt for the four year sandwich route your third year will be spent on placement.

In your final year you will undertake a substantial games project in addition to advanced units in 3D graphics, game physics and games development. Options units include motion capture and animation and advanced games design.