Games Development (Production) BSc (Hons)
University of Huddersfield
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Games Development (Production) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Computer Games and Animation at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Computer Games and Animation.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Computer Games and Animation courses of University of Huddersfield
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 | £27000 | £23000 | £26500 |
25-75 percentile range | £23000 - £30000 | £17500 - £28500 | £20000 - £33500 |
All Computing courses of University of Huddersfield
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
Computer game developers are key in bringing all the elements of a design team together, from gameplay to combat, level design and VFX (visual effects).
Creating computer games is a complex process that requires multiple skillsets from programmers, artists, and other team members. Production designers help to bridge that gap and create technologically innovative experiences.
During the course, you’ll work both on your own but also in a group setting so we can support you in developing your team-working abilities. You’ll also use industry-standard facilities and kit on campus, and take part in lots of internal Game Jams, too. You can also get involved in the Global Game Jam, Grads in Games and Game Republic, in which our students have performed highly at in previous years.
You’ll have the opportunity, as well, to spend a placement year working in the industry in your third year.
Why Study Games Development (Production) BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?
On this course, you’ll explore what’s possible in games prototyping with game engines, from scripting to shader development.
We'll encourage you to get creative with your designs, helping you develop visionary prototypes. Our three Games Development courses share a common first year, so you’ll get to grips with the basics of the game development process. You’ll learn to produce design prototypes, create concepts and artwork, script and playtest your work.
Upon graduation, you may consider employment in a wide range of sectors, including games design, games visualisation, narrative design.
If you’re interested in game art, games design, computer games design, video game programming and more, a video games degree like this one is a great place to start.
Professional Bodies
This course is designed for the real-world; it carries the ‘ScreenSkills Tick’, which identifies courses best suited to prepare you for a Creative Industries career.
Why Huddersfield?
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.
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 Development (Production) BSc (Hons) at University of Huddersfield
70% | Sales occupations |
10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
10% | Skilled trades occupations |
5% | Information Technology Professionals |
5% | Teaching Professionals |
5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Games Development (Production) BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
EU | £17600 | year 1 |
International | £17600 | 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 University of Huddersfield in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Huddersfield in related subject specific rankings.
Computer Science
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- #44
- #501
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- Computer Science
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THE World University Rankings by Subject
[Published 19 October, 2023]
See all 28 university rankings of University of Huddersfield
About University of Huddersfield
The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.
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Student composition of University of Huddersfield
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Huddersfield by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11075
- postgraduates:
- 3010
- Total:
- 14085
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Computer Games Programming”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Computer Games Development (with a foundation year) BSc | Staffordshire University | - | - | - | £9250 | £14000 | - | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Programming with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | University of Derby | 86% | 0% | 13% | £9250 | £14900 | 119 | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Programming BSc (Hons) | Staffordshire University | 92% | 7% | 25% | £9250 | £16750 | 147 | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Development (with a placement year) BSc | Staffordshire University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16750 | - | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Programming (with placement) BSc (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | 79% | 10% | 10% | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | 110 | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Programming (with a foundation year) BSc (Hons) | Staffordshire University | 85% | 7% | 14% | £9250 | £14000 | 61 | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Games Development (with Integrated Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | University for the Creative Arts | - | - | - | £9250 | £17500 | - | Canterbury | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Development BSc (Hons) | Buckinghamshire New University | - | - | - | £9250 | £15000 | - | High Wycombe | On campus Full-time | |
Computer Games Programming BSc | University of Derby | 86% | 0% | 30% | £9250 | £14900 | 134 | Derby | On campus Full-time | |
Games Development BA (Hons) | Bath Spa University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16905 | - | Bath | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
THE Times Higher Education, UK
- Published:
- 19 October, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -THE World University Rankings by Subject:
- 37.4% Teaching (the Learning Environment)
37.6% Research (Volume, Income and Reputation)
15% Citations (Research Influence)
7.5% International Outlook (Staff, Students and Research)
2.5% Industry Income (Knowledge Transfer)