BSc (Hons) Computer Games Design

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: International students applying for undergraduate programs are typically expected to have completed their secondary education with a minimum of 65% or above in their final exams.

English Language Proficiency: 

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 72, with at least 17 in Listening, Reading,  Speaking, and Writing.
• PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59.
• It is important to note that the English language requirements may vary slightly depending on the chosen program.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Staffordshire University values diversity and aims to support international students in their academic journey. To make education more accessible and affordable, the university offers a range of scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships recognize academic excellence, promote diversity, and provide financial assistance to deserving students.

Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to exceptional international students who demonstrate academic excellence and outstanding achievements. The scholarship covers a significant portion of the tuition fees and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

International Merit Scholarship: Staffordshire University offers the International Merit Scholarship to high-achieving international students. The scholarship provides a reduction in tuition fees and is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Eligibility criteria are based on academic performance and other achievements.

GREAT Scholarships: Staffordshire University is part of the GREAT Scholarships program, which is funded by the UK government's GREAT Britain Campaign. The program offers scholarships to students from selected countries, supporting them in pursuing their studies at UK universities. The scholarships cover a portion of the tuition fees for specific programs.

International Sports Scholarship: Staffordshire University recognizes the talent and achievements of international students in sports. The International Sports Scholarship is awarded to outstanding student-athletes who have represented their country at the national or international level. The scholarship provides financial support and other benefits to help students balance their academic and sporting commitments.

Country-Specific Scholarships: Staffordshire University also offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries. These scholarships aim to promote cultural diversity and strengthen ties with partner institutions. Eligibility criteria, application procedures, and scholarship amounts may vary depending on the country-specific scholarships available.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary each year. 

Graduates of the BSc (Hons) Computer Games Design program at Staffordshire University have a wide range of exciting career opportunities available to them in the rapidly growing field of game design and development. 

Game Designer: Graduates can pursue careers as game designers, responsible for creating the concepts, rules, and mechanics that shape the gameplay experience. They work closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop game concepts, design levels, balance gameplay mechanics, and craft engaging player experiences.

Level Designer: Some graduates may specialize as level designers, focusing on designing the layout, structure, and progression of levels within games. They create environments, puzzles, challenges, and encounters that provide players with a compelling and immersive gaming experience, using level design tools and techniques to enhance gameplay flow and player engagement.

Game Programmer: Graduates with programming skills may work as game programmers, responsible for implementing game features, systems, and mechanics using programming languages such as C++, Java, or Python. They collaborate with designers and artists to translate game design concepts into functional code, optimize performance, and debug issues to ensure smooth gameplay.

Game Artist: Graduates interested in art and visual design can pursue careers as game artists, creating 2D and 3D assets, environments, characters, and animations for games. They use software tools such as Photoshop, Maya, ZBrush, or Unity to create concept art, models, textures, and animations that bring game worlds and characters to life.

UI/UX Designer: Some graduates may specialize as user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) designers, focusing on designing intuitive and engaging interfaces for games. They create menu layouts, HUD elements, interactive buttons, and visual feedback systems that enhance usability and immersion, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable gaming experience for players.

Game Producer: Graduates with strong project management skills may work as game producers, overseeing the development process from concept to release. They coordinate development teams, manage schedules, budgets, and resources, and ensure that projects are delivered on time and within scope, leading teams to create successful and commercially viable games.

Quality Assurance (QA) Tester: Entry-level graduates may start their careers as QA testers, responsible for testing games for bugs, glitches, and issues to ensure quality and functionality. They conduct playtesting sessions, document issues, and provide feedback to development teams to improve game performance and user experience.

Indie Game Developer: Some graduates may choose to work as independent game developers, creating and publishing their own games as solo developers or small indie studios. They have the creative freedom to explore unique game ideas, experiment with innovative gameplay concepts, and distribute their games through digital platforms such as Steam, App Store, or Google Play.

Game Educator: Graduates with a passion for teaching and education may pursue careers as game educators, teaching game design, development, or related subjects at universities, colleges, or specialized game development schools. They share their knowledge, experience, and expertise with the next generation of game designers and developers, inspiring future talent in the industry.