BSc Games Design and Development
About this course
BSc (Hons) Games Design and Development is a part-time undergraduate degree focused on the technical and creative aspects of creating video games. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Entrepreneurship. The course runs over six years. Year 1 establishes foundations through Fundamentals of Game Programming, Game Design Theory and Practice, and Professional Game Development. Year 2 covers 2D/3D design principles via Game Graphics and 2D Game Creation. Year 3 advances technical abilities through Advanced Game Programming, Game Character Control and Behaviour, and Game Mechanics and Gameplay Design. Year 4 focuses on immersive production with Game Audio & Visual Effects and 3D Game Creation. Year 5 explores academic and commercial contexts through Games Research and Innovation and Game Development - Business and Entrepreneurship. Year 6 culminates in a substantial two-semester group undertaking split across Project: Game Design and Project: Game Development.
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Entry requirements
A level: BCC Applicants may satisfy the requirement for one of the A Level grades (or equivalent) by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 90%
Modules
- Fundamentals of Game Programming
- Game Design Theory and Practice
- Professional Game Development
- Game Graphics
- 2D Game Creation
- Advanced Game Programming
- Game Character Control and Behaviour
- Game Mechanics and Gameplay Design
- Game Audio & Visual Effects
- 3D Game Creation
- Games Research and Innovation
- Game Development - Business and Entrepreneurship
- Project: Game Design
- Project: Game Development
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Games Design and Development at Ulster University?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Games Design and Development at Ulster University?
The typical offer is BCC at A level.