COMPUTER GAMES , ANIMATION AND DIGITAL TECHNOLOGIES

BA ( Hons ) Computer Games Design

What ’ s this course about ?

Learn to design and develop video games on our TIGA-awarded course . You ’ ll explore game design theory , test games for various audiences , and choose to specialise as a programmer or artist . With help from our teaching team of games industry experts , you ’ ll work with next-gen tech in impressive facilities , including the UK ’ s first-ever Centre for Creative and Immersive Extended Reality ( CCIXR ). Thanks to professional

placement opportunities and our great relationships with major games companies , you ’ ll get ready to thrive in the gaming industry .

Duration

3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies

BSc ( Hons ) Computer Games Production

What ’ s this course about ?

We create modules in collaboration with major games companies , so you can learn what the industry needs . You ’ ll have many opportunities to work with the industry , culminating in a year-long shippable development project in your final year . Our award-winning degree will equip you to be a computer games producer or project manager . You ’ ll also develop the expertise to start your own games studio – from funding and protecting your innovative ideas , to team and project management , marketing and leadership .

Duration

3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies

Requirements

120 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .

BSc ( Hons ) Computer Games Technology

What ’ s this course about ?

On this TIGA-accredited degree , you ’ ll use industry-standard gaming design and development techniques in some of the most advanced facilities at any UK university . You ’ ll learn from games development experts , and stand out from other graduates by studying specialist modules such as psychological theory for games designers and AI in gaming . What ’ s more , you can showcase your skills to employers by working on real client briefs and taking part in our game jam , or set up a company to sell your own games .

Duration

3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies

Requirements

120 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .

Requirements

UCAS code : I620

120 – 128 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .

A relevant qualification or experience in art / design / creative computing or graphic arts is required .

Applicants without relevant qualifications will be asked to provide a portfolio to support their application .

Integrated foundation year

This course is available to study with an integrated foundation year with ICP . See page 11 for more details .

Accreditation

TIGA ( The Independent Game Developers ’ Association )

UCAS code : I601

Integrated foundation year

This course is available to study with an integrated foundation year with ICP . See page 11 for more details .

Accreditation

TIGA ( The Independent Game Developers ’ Association )

UCAS code : G452

BSc ( Hons ) Creative Media Technologies

What ’ s this course about ?

Become an innovative creator , using professional digital technologies to produce outstanding media content . Whether you ’ re interested in video production , animation , web design , mobile gaming or emerging fields like virtual reality and extended reality , you ’ ll explore a range of creative technologies . You ’ ll become an expert in using tech to create immersive experiences . By taking part in live client projects and placements , you can tailor your degree to your

preferred speciality , and sharpen your knowledge and abilities in a professional environment . What ’ s more , you can demonstrate your skills by earning Adobe Certified Professional certifications .

Duration

BSc ( Hons ) Virtual Production

What ’ s this course about ?

Get to grips with the emerging technology that ’ s changing how animation , film , TV and games are made . And create your own striking digital content throughout your studies . Learning from experts , you ’ ll develop technical and creative skills via real-time 3D modelling and coding in our cuttingedge labs and studios . Your experiences

3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies

will include creating high-quality content for LED screens behind live performers , virtual mapping using VR and game technology , and using motion capture as the basis of fantasy creatures performed by actors . You ’ ll graduate ready to thrive in a rapidly growing industry .

Requirements

UCAS code : P3P1

112 – 120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .

Integrated foundation year

This course is available to study with an integrated foundation year with ICP . See page 11 for more details .

Duration

UCAS code : I710

3 years full time , 4 years with work placement during or after your studies

Requirements

112 – 120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels , or equivalent .

CCIXR has a full Virtual Production and Mixed Reality Studio all under one roof . Including full body motion capture , CCIXR features facilities for facial and hand capture ( full performance capture ), in real time , using multiple tracking solutions ( optical and inertial ) to cater to a wide range of performance capture .

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