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GRADUATE
BSc (Hons)
Computer Games
Design and Production
SCHOOL OF COMPUTING, ENGINEERING AND INFORMATION SCIENCES
There is a worldwide
shortage of talented and
skilled game designers;
this degree helps to
address that problem. The
mix of games design and
games production is useful
to the games industry and
this new degree teaches
exactly what we want
design graduates to know.
We were pleased to be
able to work closely with
Northumbria University in
designing the curriculum
for this degree.
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Giselle Stewart
of Ubisoft Reflections
About the programme
Why choose Northumbria?
Do you have a passion for games? Do you want to
be a games designer or producer? Are you creative
and curious, with excellent communications skills?
If so...Then this is the games degree for you.
For the location:
This innovative new course has been designed in
collaboration with the games industry and it is
unique in the way that it combines both games
design and games production. As well as core
modules in game design, there is a strong business
element that runs throughout the programme and
you will learn key transferable skills in business and
management. You will also learn transferable
multimedia skills in modules such as Digital Media
Design and Technical Production, 3D Computer
Modelling, and New Media Marketing.
• The North East made the Lonely Planet’s Bluelist
2008 top 30 must-see destinations in the world.
The North East was described as ‘the most
exciting, beautiful and friendly region in the whole
of England’
If you believe that you could be the ‘keeper of the
vision’ in the development of games, then this could
be the degree for you.
It is highly recommended that you take a placement
year in year three to gain first-hand experience of the
games industry, enhance your CV and make
professional contacts.
• Newcastle has been voted the 8th Best City for
Nightlife in the world
For sports and societies:
• There are over 50 societies available to join
ranging from the Drama Society to the Malaysian
Society
• £30 million investment in a new sports centre,
delivering top level sport with more than 30
sporting clubs for all levels
For excellence:
• Assessed by the QAA as a top 15 UK university
for teaching
For the School:
Career benefits
Career opportunities are expanding for students with
these specialist skills in gaming and computing,
including careers as a Games Producer, a Games
Designer, Project Manager, and a Producer or
Designer in New Media.
• The School has its own Games Library including
games produced by graduates and students on
placement
• Oversight of curriculum by industry professionals
• Thriving international community with over 60
countries represented across the programmes
• The School awards a number of scholarships
each year
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UCAS code:
Programme structure
GW42 BSc/CGDP
Year 1
Length:
In the first year you will study the basics of
computer game design and production. Key topics
of study include: Computer Games Design,
Computer Graphics, Digital Media Design and
Technical Production, Multimedia Programming
Introduction, Ludological Studies and
Fundamentals of Finance.
3 years full-time or four years sandwich
Entry Requirements:
Compulsory requirements
Five GCSEs at grade C or above
including English Language and
Mathematics.
GCE and VCE Advanced Level
280 tariff points
Advanced Diploma
Northumbria University welcomes
applications from Advanced Diploma
students for entry to its undergraduate
programmes.
Return to Learning
Mature students are welcome to apply
and will be considered on an individual
basis.
English language requirements:
Teaching and
student support
Year 3 – Industrial Placement
• Access to a virtual interactive learning
environment (eLearning Portal)
Enquiries:
Final Year
General enquiries
Email: [email protected]
This year focuses on the application and extension
of newly developed game design and production
skills. Core topics include: Professional Game
Design, Computer Games Production,
Professionalism and Ethical Practice, and our
Graduate Enterprise module, where you will acquire
the skills to set up your own business venture. You
will also work on a group game demo project and
an individual dissertation project.
Fax: +44 (0) 191 227 4561
Email:
[email protected]
International admissions
Tel: +44 (0) 191 227 4274
Fax: +44 (0) 191 261 1264
Email: [email protected]
Dan Hodgson
Programme Leader
Year two further develops your gaming skills. Core
topics of study include: Designing Game
Mechanics, Game Scripting, Interactive Story and
Sound Design, 3D Computer Modelling,
Professional Development and Project
Management, and New Media Marketing.
This year is optional, but does offer you an
opportunity to gain valuable professional salaried
work experience that supports and enhances the
learning from the programme. The placement has
often led to real job opportunities.
Admissions enquiries
Tel: +44 (0) 191 227 4453
This route teaches the
principles and practice of
game design, and skills used
overseeing the game
development process.
Year 2
Minimum requirements in written and
spoken English are a British Council
International English Language Testing
Systems (IELTS) score of 6 (or above)
or a Test of English as a Foreign
Language (TOEFL) score of 550 (or
above).
Tel: + 44 (0) 191 243 7521
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION
The University offers a range of teaching and
support services for students, which include:
• Friendly dedicated administrative support team
• Guidance tutoring system and support from a
placement tutor before and during your
placement year
• Full induction programme during welcome week
including an International Induction Programme
Programme structure is subject to change; please
visit our website for up-to-date and detailed
information www.northumbria.ac.uk/ceis
• Underpinning support is provided from central
University support services, including: Student
Counselling Service; Academic Skills Support;
International Office; Disabilities Service; Student
Wellbeing; Library and Learning Services;
Accommodation Service; and IT Support
Other courses that
might interest you:
• BSc (Hons) Games Programming
• BSc (Hons) Computer Animation and Digital SFX
• BSc (Hons) Business Information Technology
Scholarships:
Scholarships are available for home
and international students. Please see
our website for further details.
Further information about these and all of our courses is available from our website www.northumbria.ac.uk
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