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This course is for 2024/25 entry.

Key information

This degree will prepare you for a career in the dynamic computer game sector. You’ll learn how computer games are built and work, and discover how to solve programming problems related to game development. An optional placement year provides real-world experience in the sector.

Start date

September 2024

UCAS code

G490

Duration

  • 3 years full-time
  • 4 years with placement year

Institution

City, University of London

Location

Northampton Square

Entry requirements

Below is a list of countries with information on each about which qualifications we accept.

  • UK

    A-level:
    ABB (Computer Science or Maths or other science preferred)
    Tariff:
    128 UCAS tariff points
    International Baccalaureate:
    31 points including 5 in Mathematics at Higher or Standard Level and minimum of grade 5 in Standard Level English
    BTEC:
    D*DD (Computing or Information Technology only)
    GCSE:
    A minimum of grade 6 (B) in Mathematics and grade 4 (C) in English Language in addition to other outlined requirements.

    In addition to our other entry requirements, City also accepts T-levels with the following grades:

    • T-Level in Digital Production, Design and Development – Distinction overall and Grade 6 in GCSE Mathematics.

    Contextual offers

    We apply a contextual admissions process for UK undergraduate applicants who have been in care, attend a low performing school, live in an area where few students go to university, or are the first generation of their family to enter Higher Education.

    Those who are eligible may receive a conditional offer with reduced entry requirements, typically up to two grades lower for A-levels and one grade (or eight tariff points) for BTEC or mixed qualifications.

    Mixed qualifications

    Typically the only scenario where we make conditional offers expressed as UCAS tariff points is when an applicant presents mixed qualifications, most typically a combination of A-levels and a BTEC qualification.

    In this instance, we may make a tariff point offer to present the applicant with more flexibility on equivalencies. In this case, please be aware that we may still ask for a specific score across certain qualifications and subjects. E.g. 'This offer is conditional on you achieving 128 tariff points. This must include A-level Mathematics at grade B.'

    Subject exclusions

    We do not accept General Studies and Critical Thinking. These subjects will not be included in any conditional offer we make.

    Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

    We welcome applications from students who are completing relevant EPQ Projects. Whilst we recognise the value of these projects in preparing students for independent learning at university, the EPQ is unlikely to form part of any conditional offer we make.

    The EPQ will also not lower the specifics of any conditional offer we choose to make. We will consider the EPQ as part of the holistic assessment of the application and it could be used to form part of our final decision at Confirmation stage.

    AS levels

    We recognise that there will be differences of opportunity varying by school and college. As not all students will have the opportunity to sit AS Level exams, it is unlikely we will include AS Level grades in any offer we choose to make. Where students have completed an AS Level subject, we will consider this as part of the holistic assessment of the application and it could be used to form part of our final decision at Confirmation stage.

    University preparation programmes

    If you do not qualify for direct entry, you may wish to take a foundation programme first. These programmes are designed to prepare students for entry to City's undergraduate courses.

    Access to Higher Education

    Access to Higher Education will be considered on a case by case basis and taking into account all the information, including work and other experience, detailed in the UCAS application.

  • Zimbabwe

    The Zimbabwe GCE A Level is considered on a grade for grade basis with GCE A Levels.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Zambia

    The School Certificate / General Certificate of Education.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Vietnam

    Tot Nghiep Pho Thong Trung Hoc (Upper Secondary School Graduation Certificate) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Uzbekistan

    Uzbekistan Certificate of Secondary Education.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Ukraine

    Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Uganda

    Advanced Certificate in Education (UACE) is considered on a grade for grade basis with GCE A Levels.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • USA

    Advanced Placements.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the US equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Advanced Placements will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = Advanced Placements 555
    • A-level AAB = Advanced Placements 554
    • A-level ABB = Advanced Placements 544
    • A-level BBB = Advanced Placements 444
    • A-level BBC = Advanced Placements 443
    • A-level BCC = Advanced Placements 433.
    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • UAE

    Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate Examination)- students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Turkey

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Tunisia

    Secondary certificate.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Thailand

    Mathayom Suksa 6 (Senior High School Leaving Certificate) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Tanzania

    Certificate of Secondary Education (CSE)

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Taiwan

    Senior High School Leaving Certificate students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Junior College Diploma

    The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Switzerland

    Federal Maturity Certificate/Maturitatzeugnis/Cantonal Maturity Certificate. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Sweden

    Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Sri Lanka

    Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level).

    Considered equivalent to UK A-levels on a like for like basis.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Spain

    Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE)

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Polish equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = 8
    • A-level AAB = 7.8
    • A-level ABB = 7.6
    • A-level BBB = 7.4
    • A-level BBC = 7.2
    • A-level BCC = 7.

    Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • South Korea

    Korean High School Diploma students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • South Africa

    The National Senior Certificate will be accepted for direct entry to certain undergraduate courses normally

    The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Slovenia

    Maturitetno spričevalo (Matura Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Slovakia

    Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Secondary School Leaving Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Singapore

    Singapore-Cambridge GCE A-levels considered equivalent to UK A-levels on a like-for-like basis.

    Polytechnic Diploma students considered for year 1 or year 2 entry on a case-by-case basis depending on subjects taken and CGPA.

    Please contact Admissions to confirm your eligibility and the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Serbia

    Secondary School Leaving Diploma/Matura. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Saudi Arabia

    Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Rwanda

    The Rwanda Advanced Certificate of Education (A-level)

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Russia

    The Attestat o Srednam Obrazov

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Romania

    Diplomă de Bacalaureat. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Qatar

    Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Portugal

    Diploma/Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the rquirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Poland

    Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Polish equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 80% average from 3 extended subjects
    • A-level AAB = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 78% average from 3 extended subjects
    • A-level ABB = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 76% average from 3 extended subjects
    • A-level BBB = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 74% average from 3 extended subjects
    • A-level BBC = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 72% average from 3 extended subjects
    • A-level BCC = Swiadectwo Dojrzałości / Matura 70% average from 3 extended subjects.
    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Pakistan

    Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC).

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Oman

    Thanawaya (General Education Diploma) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Norway

    Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole (VVO). The exact requirements MAY differ between courses.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Norwegian equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Vitnemal will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = 5
    • A-level AAB = 4.5
    • A-level ABB = 4.5
    • A-level BBB = 4
    • A-level BBC = 4
    • A-level BCC = 3.5

    Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Nigeria

    Senior School Certificate/West African Senior School Certificate

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Netherlands

    Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Morocco

    The Moroccan Diplôme du Baccalauréat/Attestation du Baccalauréat

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Mexico

    Titulo Académico de Bachiller / Diploma de Bachiller / Bachillerato General - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Mauritius

    The CIE A Level sat in Mauritius is considered on a grade for grade basis with GCE A Levels sat in the UK.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Malta

    Advanced Matriculation and Matriculation Certificate Examination are comparable to A Levels with the same grading system as UK A levels.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Malaysia

    STPM / UEC.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Malaysian equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to STPM will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = STPM AAA
    • A-level AAB = STPM AAB
    • A-level ABB = STPM ABB
    • A-level BBB = STPM BBB
    • A-level BBC = STPM BBC
    • A-level BCC = STPM BCC.

    The following A-level equivalences to UEC will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = UEC AAAAAA
    • A-level AAB = UEC AAAABB
    • A-level ABB = UEC AABBBB
    • A-level BBB = UEC BBBBBB
    • A-level BBC = UEC BBBBCC
    • A-level BCC = UEC BBCCCC.
    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Luxembourg

    Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Lithuania

    Brandos Atestatas (Certificate of Maturity). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Lebanon

    Lebanese Baccalaureate - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Latvia

    Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu (Certificate of General Secondary Education). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses.

    Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Kuwait

    Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Kenya

    Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE)

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Kazakhstan

    Certificate of Completed Secondary Education.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Jordan

    Thanawaya (Certificate of General Secondary Education) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Japan

    Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho (Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Senmonshi (vocational degree), Jun-Gakushi (associate degree) and Tanki Daigaku Shuryo Shoshois (Junior College Certificate of Graduation) considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Italy

    Diploma di Esame di Stato.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Italian equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Diploma di Esame di Stato will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = Diploma di Esame di Stato 85%
    • A-level AAB = Diploma di Esame di Stato 84%
    • A-level ABB = Diploma di Esame di Stato 80%
    • A-level BBB = Diploma di Esame di Stato 78%
    • A-level BBC = Diploma di Esame di Stato 76%
    • A-level BCC = Diploma di Esame di Stato 74%.
    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Ireland

    Irish Leaving Certificate. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Indonesia

    Surat Tanda Tamat Belajar Sekolah Menengah Umum Tingkat Atas (Senior Secondary School Certificate of Completion) students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Diploma III & IV students considered for year 1 entry on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • India

    HSC XII

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Indian equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to HSC XII will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 80%
    • A-level AAB = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 78%
    • A-level ABB = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 76%
    • A-level BBB = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 74%
    • A-level BBC = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 72%
    • A-level BCC = CBSE & ICSE Exam Board HSC XII 70%
    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Iceland

    Stúdentspróf. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Hungary

    Érettségi. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Hong Kong

    Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Hong Kong equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to HKDSE will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = HKSDE 555 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
    • A-level AAB = HKSDE 555 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
    • A-level ABB = HKSDE 554 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
    • A-level BBB = HKSDE 554 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
    • A-level BBC = HKSDE 544 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese)
    • A-level BCC = HKSDE 544 (excluding Liberal Studies and Chinese).
    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Greece

    Greek Apolytirion. Please note that exact requirements may differ between courses.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Greek equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Greek Apolytirion will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = 18/20 plus; 18/20 in two PanHellenics
    • A-level AAB = 18/20 plus; 17/20 in two PanHellenics

    Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Ghana

    Senior School Certificate/West African Senior School Certificate

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Germany

    German Abitur.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the German equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Abitur will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = Abitur 1.8
    • A-level AAB = Abitur 2.0
    • A-level ABB = Abitur 2.2
    • A-level BBB = Abitur 2.4
    • A-level BBC = Abitur 2.6
    • A-level BCC = Abitur 2.8.
    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • France

    French Baccalaureate.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the French equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to French Baccalaureate will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = French Baccalaureate 15/20
    • A-level AAB = French Baccalaureate 14/20
    • A-level ABB = French Baccalaureate 13/20
    • A-level BBB = French Baccalaureate 12.5/20
    • A-level BBC = French Baccalaureate 12/20
    • A-level BCC = French Baccalaureate 11.5/20.
    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Estonia

    Gümnaasiumi loputunnistus with the Riigieksamitunnistus (Secondary School Leaving Certificate with the State Examination Certificate).

    The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Egypt

    Certificate of Nile International Secondary Education

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Denmark

    Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Czech Republic

    Vysvědčení o maturitní zkoušce / Maturita (Secondary School Leaving Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses.

    Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Cyprus

    Apolytirion plus Pancyprian examinations. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Croatia

    Maturalna svjedodzba (Matura Certificate). The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Columbia

    Bachiller Académico/Technico

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • China

    Senior High School Certificate students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Gaokao students with exceptional grades considered for direct entry on a case-by-case basis. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Canada

    Grade 12 high school graduation certificate / diploma. Please note that exact requirements may differ between provinces.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Canadian equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Canadian year 12 Diplomas will typically be applied:

    • A-level AAA = 85% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
    • A-level AAB = 80% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
    • A-level ABB = 77% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
    • A-level BBB = 75% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
    • A-level BBC = 72% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects
    • A-level BCC = 70% average across 5 best Grade 12 subjects.
    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Cameroon

    The Cameroonian GGCE is normally considered like for like with UK A levels.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Bulgaria

    Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie.

    Please refer to the UK entry requirements for this course, check for any prerequisites such as compulsory or preferred subject areas, and use the following as an indication of the Bulgarian equivalent required.

    The equivalents provided are intended as a guide only and individual applications are assessed on a case-by-case basis.

    The following A-level equivalences to Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie will typically be applied:

    • A-level ABB = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 5.3 average and 5 in state exams
    • A-level BBB = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 5.0 average and 4 in state exams
    • A-level BBC = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 4.5 average and 4 in state exams
    • A-level BCC = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 4.0 average and 4 in state exams
    • A-level CCC = Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie 4.0 average and 4 in state exams.
    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Brunei

    Brunei-Cambridge GCE A-levels considered equivalent to UK A-levels on a like for like basis.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Brazil

    • Certificado de Conclusao de Ensino Médio
    • Certificado de Conclusao de Segundo Grau

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Botswana

    Botswana National qualifications

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Belgium

    Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs/Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur.

    The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Bangladesh

    Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC).

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Bahrain

    Thanawaya (General Secondary Education Certificate) - students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Azerbaijan

    General Secondary Education Certificate.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Austria

    Reifeprufungszeugnis/Maturazeugnis. The exact requirements from the above qualification differ between courses. Please contact Admissions to confirm the requirements for your course of interest.

    Visa requirements

    International Students from within the European Economic Area (EEA) may need to apply for a Student visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study if they do not have EU Settlement Status.

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months.

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Argentina

    Titulo de Bachiller.

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Algeria

    The Baccalaureat de l'Enseignement Secondaire

    Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Albania

    Diplome e Matures Shteterore (Diploma of State Matura). Students must successfully complete a recognised foundation course. Alternatively, IB, A Levels, or other European system will be considered.

    Visa requirements

    International Students coming to study in the UK may need to apply for a visa or entry clearance to come to the UK to study. The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course. There are different rules for:

    • Students on courses of more than six months
    • Students on courses of less than six months

    For more information see our main Visa page.

  • Other

    If you are unable to find your country equivalents in the above list, City will consider other international qualifications on a case by case basis.

    Please contact the Admissions team for more details.

English language requirements

If your first language is not English, we will require evidence of English language proficiency. Minimum requirements are:

IELTS:
6.0 overall, to include 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in all other components

If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this course, our partner, INTO City, University of London offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to this degree.

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Computer Science with Games Technology BSc (Hons) degree Course overview

On this BCS-accredited degree you will develop advanced knowledge of game engine architecture, computer graphics and game design.

You will develop a firm foundation in programming and game design & development, before specialising with topics such as games technology and digital signal processing.

You will gain the skills needed for a career in the thriving computer games sector, applying your technical computing expertise in a creative and in-demand industry.

  • Learn a broad range of programming languages and cutting-edge games programming techniques
  • Get coding quickly in your first year with our two-week coding marathon
  • Boost your employability with an optional one-year work placement: past students have worked for Sony, PlayStation, Disney, Microsoft and Goldhawk Interactive
  • Develop commercially valuable knowledge for your future career, including industry-standard game engines that power game development
  • Study in City’s computing labs, which include the latest hardware and software, such as state-of-art NVidia GPUs
  • Gain three years of professional experience with our innovative Professional Pathway Scheme, combining paid employment and study
  • Get industry recognition for the quality of your degree with BSC and TIGA accreditation.

Accreditation

Accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT for the purposes of fully meeting the academic requirement for registration as a Chartered IT Professional and on behalf of the Engineering Council for the purposes of partially meeting the academic requirement for a Chartered Engineer.

This course is also accredited by TIGA, a non-profit UK trade association representing the UK’s games industry.

Structure

Course content

During your Computer Science with Games Technology BSc degree you will work individually and in groups, developing creativity and problem-solving skills in response to real-world computing problems.

Year 1

Study our common first year for all our computer science students, learning six core topics including operating systems, web development and Java.

  • Introduction to Algorithms (15 Credits)

    This module will introduce you to some common problems in Computer Science and how you might go about selecting efficient solutions. Both iterative and recursive algorithms will be considered.

  • Mathematics for Computing (15 Credits)

    To provide students of differing mathematical backgrounds with the foundational mathematics to equip them for further studies in Informatics.

  • Systems Architecture (15 Credits)

    This module will introduce you to the fundamentals of computer systems; understand the layers that make up a system, the interfaces and abstractions provided to different levels and how they interrelate.

  • Programming in Java (30 Credits)

    This module aims to provide you with generally applicable (that is, applicable not only to Java but also to other languages) introductory object-oriented programming skills and concepts.

  • Databases (15 Credits)

    This module introduces you to databases and database driven systems (back-end development) and to the practical and theoretical aspects of dynamic web applications (front-end development).

  • Operating Systems (15 Credits)

    An introduction to the key principles and functions of operating systems and enhance a practical understanding of them by providing an introduction to command-line interfaces, key system tools and shell scripting.

  • Computer Science, Ethics & Society (15 credits)

    This module will prepare you for your studies and professional career in computing, exploring the impact of new computing algorithms, technologies and applications on individuals and society.

Year 2

Deepen your knowledge of computer science with core modules such as games technology and object-orientated analysis. Boost your professional skills with a team project.

  • Data Structures and Algorithms (15 Credits)

    Learn how information can be structured and processed in computer systems, with an abstract view of the way systems handle information, which is essential for effectively implementing and understanding computer systems.

  • Object-Oriented Analysis and Design (15 Credits)

    This module will provide you with a thorough understanding of object-oriented analysis and design with UML and enable the adoption of software engineering practices.

  • Professional Development in IT (15 Credits)

    You will be provided with the tools to plan your professional development, relating to academic and career goals, to understand your strengths and to identify areas of development.

  • Team Project (15 Credits)

    The aim of the module is to allow you to get practical experience of working in a team on building a software product of industrial strength to meet a set of customer requirements.

  • Games Technology (15 Credits)

    The module will introduce aspects of both game and game engine design, including an overview of the structure of a typical game development company.

  • Programming in C++ (15 Credits)

    The module focuses on introducing some basic aspects of the C++ language in a gradual manner so as to allow students to use it with confidence in follow-up modules and in their professional career.

  • Work Based Project (15 Credits)

    Get practical experience of working to design and build a software product to meet a set of customer requirements. Prerequisite for this module: you MUST be registered on the Professional Pathway.

  • Continuing Professional Development in IT (15 Credits)

    Develop a research and evidenced based view on the changing nature of the IT sector, the direction of developments in the industry and how to prepare and plan for it.

  • Computer Networks (15 Credits)

    This module aims to provide students with a solid understanding of the key organisational principles of computer networks and their key protocols.

  • Cloud Technology for Business Transformation (15 credits)

    This employability module will be focused on equipping you with the skills required to leverage cloud technologies in a business context, with the overarching objective of developing a deeper understanding of the skills required to transition from university to work.

Year 3

Study advanced games technology and choose from a wide range of elective modules – including computer graphics and introduction to AI – to tailor your course to your future career plans. 

  • Individual Project (45 Credits)

    Apply what you have learned in the other modules on a major piece of individual, computing-related work. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge, skills and your capacity for self-directed learning.

  • Advanced Games Technology (15 Credits)

    The module will cover advanced game engine design in a practical format. A fully featured game engine will be developed from first principles.

  • Language Processors (15 Credits)

    This module will give you an understanding of programming language structure and implementation that will complement programming skills and aid the learning of new programming languages.

  • Advanced Databases (15 Credits)

    This module will enable you to gain advanced knowledge on, and develop skills for, different ways of representing, managing, and manipulating data.

  • Computer Graphics (15 Credits)

    In this module, you will learn the theory and practice of real-time 3D computer graphics based on the Open Graphics Library (OpenGL).

  • Theory of Computation (15 Credits)

    Understand some of the standard abstract models of computation, how they may be shown to be equivalent, and what their limitations are.

  • Professional Experience (Placement) Placement Reports (30 Credits)

    Focus your learning and development whilst on work placement; analyse and assess your learning at university and apply this in an appropriate and intelligent manner to your placement role.

  • Data Visualization (15 Credits)

    This module is designed to equip you with the technical and design skills to create and use data visualization applications for the workplace and research environments.

  • Digital Signal Processing and Audio Programming (15 Credits)

    This module ensures that you will be able to master tasks of developing and applying digital signal processing; including one-dimensional signals and some 2-dimensional signal processing for images.

  • Advanced Programming - Concurrency (15 Credits)

    The module aims to provide you with the practical knowledge of the problems involved in programming and how to resolve these problems and the implementation mechanisms used for obtaining correct concurrent systems.

  • Functional Programming (15 Credits)

    This module will introduce you to functional programming, and the styles of programming and program structuring it makes possible.

  • Cloud Computing (15 Credits)

    This module aims to introduce you to the fundamental concept of computing-on-demand leading to Cloud computing. It follows a practical approach to building and running a test-bed cloud.

  • Information Security Fundamentals (15 Credits)

    This module presents the fundamentals for information security from a strategic perspective, giving you the appropriate knowledge and skills to discuss, communicate within organisations.

  • Computer Vision (15 Credits)

    In this module, you will learn the theory and practice of computer vision, which enables computers to perceive, and reason, about the world using images.

  • Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (15 Credits)

    The main aim and focus of the module is to provide you with a broad introduction in theory and practice to the main areas of nature-inspired, adaptive Artificial Intelligence.

  • Programming and Mathematics for AI (15 Credits)

    The main purpose of the module is for you to gain fundamental programming and mathematical skills for studying specialist Artificial Intelligence topics.

  • Agents and Multi Agents Systems (15 Credits)

    This module allows you to learn agent architectures that perform differently according to the characteristics of the task environment

  • User Centred Systems (15 Credits)

    Introduction to the importance of usability in interactive systems. You will learn techniques for the design and evaluation of interactive systems.

  • Semantic Web Technologies and Knowledge Graphs (15 credits)

    In this module you will learn the semantic technologies to meet today’s demands from industry, where data scientists must semantically orchestrate diverse types of data sources. This module gives a practical combination of web and data management technologies, knowledge representation and artificial intelligence.

  • Project Management (15 credits)

    This module deals with the concepts, methods and software involved in the management of projects. It covers the roles and skills needed at each stage of the project development process, the decisions to be made, and their consequences.

Placement

Students have the opportunity to follow two placement routes: a one year placement or the Professional Pathway scheme. The one year placement can be undertaken following successful completion of year 2.

Students can join the Professional Pathway scheme after successful completion of year 1 (early entry) or after successful completion of year 2 or a one year placement (late entry).

Download course specification:

Teaching and assessment

As a student on City’s Computer Science with Games Technology BSc (Hons) degree course, you will learn through a combination of lectures, seminars/tutorials, laboratory sessions and case studies.

Taught modules are typically delivered through a 20-hour series of lectures and 10 hours of tutorials and laboratory sessions. Laboratory sessions aim to demonstrate the application of concepts and techniques through the use of state-of-the-art software development tools and environments.

In addition to contact hours, you are expected to undertake independent study amounting to around 120 hours per module, including coursework assignments.

Project and group work aim to develop creativity and problem solving and play a major part in the course. This activity is carried out under the supervision of academic staff, offered through a series of supervision sessions.

Learning is also supported by Moodle – City’s online e-learning system.

Assessment methods

Assessment is by examination and coursework although some components, such as the team project, are assessed by coursework alone.

Coursework takes many forms, including programming, essays, theoretical work and modelling.

Written examinations contain theoretical questions (including mathematical aspects), short essays on the applications of computational techniques, and writing and analysing small amounts of code.

Feedback will be provided in line with our Assessment and Feedback Policy. In particular, you will normally be provided with feedback within three weeks of the submission deadline or assessment date.

For end-of-module examinations or an equivalent significant task (e.g. an end-of-module project), feedback will normally be provided within four weeks. The timescale for feedback on final-year projects may be longer.

Percentage of the course assessed by coursework

The balance of assessment by examination, practical examination and assessment by coursework will to some extent depend on the optional modules you choose.

The approximate percentage of the course assessment, based on 2019/20 entry is as follows:

Assessment

Year 1
Written examination: 41%
Coursework: 59%
Year 2
Written examination: 35%
Coursework: 65%
Year 3
Written examination: 9%
Coursework: 91%

Overall workload

Contact hours will take the form of taught modules delivered through a series of 20 lectures and 10 hours of tutorials/laboratory sessions. Each lecture and tutorial/laboratory session lasts 1 or 2 hours.

The programme is delivered and assessed via a coordinated combination of: lectures (including programmed student activity); supervised tutorials; supervised laboratory work; independent coursework; group project work; and individual project work and dissertation.

Approximate study time based on 2019/20 entry is as follows:

Workload

Year 1
Scheduled learning: 20%
Independent learning: 80%
Year 2
Scheduled learning: 18%
Independent learning: 82%
Year 3
Scheduled learning: 14%
Independent learning: 86%

Fees and funding

Fees for year 2024/25

UK

£9,250

Overseas/EU

£20,080

The tuition fees indicated are for the 2024/25 academic year only. Fees for future years may be subject to an inflationary increase in the region of 5%.

Funding options

Explore up-to-date information about funding options, available financial support and typical living costs.

  • Fee waivers are available for this course.
  • Means tested support is available for 2024/25 entry.

Additional expenses

Some of our degrees may involve additional expenses which are not covered by your tuition fees. Find out more about additional expenses.

Career

You will develop expert knowledge for a career in games development. You’ll be able to design and develop software, and work with others to create quality products.

As a technical specialist in the gaming industry, you may work with a large multinational gaming company or an independent producer.

You could be:

  • creating or reviewing code using languages such as C++
  • quality testing and debugging programmes to improve gameplay
  • working collaboratively with team members to solve problems.

Your broad knowledge of computer science and sophisticated programming skills mean you will also be attractive to employers in other industries.

Game Design & Development Placements

In recent years students from our computer science courses have been able to obtain placements at leading companies within their chosen field such as Goldhawk Interactive, Sony, PlayStation, Disney and Microsoft.

The School has its own dedicated placements team that provides on-hand placement and internship support and guidance for students throughout their studies. You can undertake one of the following placement schemes:

  • One-year placement - these are taken after you have successfully completed your second or third year of studies; students work between nine and fifteen months on placement before returning to City to complete their final year;
  • Summer internships - these can be taken every summer on completion of the academic year.

Our dedicated team of placement specialists, the Corporate Relations & Employability Unit, has extensive experience in helping students to secure placement employment across a range of industries. The team also has longstanding relationships with an impressive and diverse range of companies spanning both large and small organisations including start-ups in Tech City.

Placements are highly encouraged at City; students that complete a placement year benefit from gaining professional experience working on real-life projects and are also more likely to; achieve higher grades, secure a graduate-level job and earn a higher salary.

How to apply

Applications for degree courses must be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

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You can apply through your school or college using the Apply system, which enables you to submit your application directly to the UCAS website.

You can apply to up to five universities or institutions on the form. The UCAS code for City, University of London is C60.

Please take care to enter the correct course code when applying, particularly for subjects with a Foundation year or with BEng (Hons) and MEng (Hons) or BSc (Hons) and MSci (Hons) options.

UCAS has implemented an 'invisibility of choices' policy so that, on the initial application and while you are receiving decisions, each institution can see only their entry and not those of other institutions you have chosen. This ensures that your application for a course at City is considered solely on your academic and personal qualities.

You should submit your completed application form to UCAS with a £27.50 application fee.

For enquiries about the admissions process at City, please contact our Admissions Office

Complete the Admissions enquiry form

Call: +44 (0)20 7040 8716.

Telephone lines are currently open between 10am - 3pm.

When to apply

Your application for entry in September 2024 should arrive at UCAS between September 2023 and 31 January 2024. Applications that arrive after the UCAS deadline in January will be considered only at City's discretion.

Contacting UCAS

Website: www.ucas.com

Address: Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), Rosehill, New Barn Lane, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL52 3LZ

Telephone:

  • from inside the UK 0871 468 0468
  • from outside the UK +44 (0)871 468 0468

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  • from inside the UK use the Text Relay service on 18001 0871 468 0468
  • from outside the UK dial +44 151 494 1260 (text phone) and then ask the operator to dial 0871 468 0468.

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