Course summary

Make your mark in a multi-billion-pound industry at a university with a proud heritage in gaming. As well as a solid and accredited foundation in computer science, you’ll learn the art of games programming. Working with the latest industry technology, you’ll focus on a combination of core and optional modules including AI, graphics and games architecture to ensure you’re at the top of your game when you embark on your career. You’ll have the chance to take part in gaming competitions, hackathons and international gaming events as well as benefiting from our close industry ties with companies like EA, Sony and Black Marble. You’ll also broaden your horizons with a year of study at one of our partner universities across Europe, Asia, North America, or Australia. Gain new skills, build international contacts, and immerse yourself in a different culture and environment. Why study at Hull? • First-rate facilities: Apply your craft in our extensive computer labs, with high spec PCs, VR, MR and AR facilities, 3D immersive cube plus the Hull Immersive Visual Environment (HIVE). • Fully accredited: Fast-track your route to employment and chartered status with a degree accredited to the maximum level available by the British Computer Society (BCS). • Learn beyond the lectures: You’ll be exposed to a range of computer societies and extra-curricular opportunities as well as international events to help you practice and hone your skills in real-life situations. Where could this take me? Whatever your passion and specialism, you’ll graduate with the skills, experience and creativity to excel in the dynamic and fast-paced world of gaming. With the support of our business network and academic tutors, many of our students have gone on to establish successful start-ups whilst others have been recruited by the most recognisable names in gaming such as Codemasters, Criterion (EA), Rare (Microsoft) and Bohemia Interactive.