Games Design BSc (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 15 graduates of Games Design BSc (Hons) at Leeds Beckett University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in computer games and animation.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Computing
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of computer games and animation at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £23500 | £27500 |
25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £27000 | £18000 - £28000 | £21000 - £35500 |
All Computing courses of Leeds Beckett University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Computing
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23390 | £20411 | £24692 |
25-75 percentile range | £19866 - £26906 | £14825 - £25703 | £18756 - £32023 |
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Course Description
Prepare for a career in games and computer entertainment, animation, interactive environments, 3D visualisation or creative advertising.
Develop the specialist skills and knowledge to enter the games, digital and creative entertainment industries.
As part of your course you’ll:
- Focus on three main areas: programming and software engineering; art, concept and asset production; and game design studies, practice and theory
- Take products from an initial idea through the design, visualisation and technical implementation stages
- Be encouraged to foster your individual creativity
- Produce games based on your ideas
- Work with other students and tutors who have a passion for games and gaming
Find out more
Placement opportunities, networking events and guest lectures from industry experts such as Disney animator Aaron Blaise, Codemasters, Team17 Digital and Ben Dare from Ubisoft Toronto will enhance your awareness of the career opportunities open to you.
Final year students also have the opportunity to showcase their work in front of leading employers at the end of year degree show. You can see some of their work in the Leeds School of Arts Festival. Previous years have seen many of our students gain job offers through the showcase opportunities.
Why study Games Design at Leeds Beckett University...
- 100% of BSc (Hons) graduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
- Gain valuable time in industry and practise developing content based on professional briefs through our placement scheme
- Showcase your work in front of leading employers at the end of year degree show, where past students have secured job offers
- Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north, with 3000 students spread across over 40 courses *Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 20-21
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Games Design BSc (Hons) at Leeds Beckett University
25% | Caring personal services |
15% | Therapy professionals |
15% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
10% | Sales occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Finance Professionals |
5% | Protective service occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
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Costs
Tuition Fees Games Design BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Leeds Beckett University in top UK and global rankings.
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About Leeds Beckett University
Established in 1824, Leeds Beckett University is located on the Northern side of Leeds City Centre. There are a variety of campus buildings in the area, including the Polytechnic site, Electric Press, the Old Broadcasting House, the university’s Business School, and more. Leeds is the ideal student city, with an abundance of activities and nightlife to take advantage of, plus a reliable bus service for getting around easily.
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Student composition of Leeds Beckett University
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Total number of students enrolled at Leeds Beckett University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16235
- postgraduates:
- 3890
- Total:
- 20125
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Computer Games”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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