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Games Design and Creative Writing at University of Hull - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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University of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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18Jan
University of Hull - Open Day Event - 18th January 2025
Undergraduate

Course summary

Open up a world of opportunity in one of the UK's fastest developing creative industries with this hands-on degree at the University of Hull. This new course is one of only a handful in the country to combine the technological skills of game design with the ability to write compelling stories and narratives – helping you to create even better games. You'll be taught by BAFTA-winning experts and published authors – plus get to use industry-standard facilities and software – and study topics such as Narrative Design, Game Scripting, and Genre Fiction alongside more traditional modules on game design and development. Why study at Hull?

  • Cutting edge tech: Create VR, AR or mixed reality projects in our high-tech design labs, including a virtual reality lounge with Virtuix Omni VR treadmill.
  • Industry links for career success: Spend a year in industry to hone your skills and contacts, and present your final year project to employers in Game Republic’s annual Student Showcase.
  • Study under experts who’ve worked on BAFTA-winning games and titles for names like Disney and Lucasfilm.
Where could this take me? You'll graduate with all the technological and writing skills needed to thrive in the fast-paced world of game design. Our curriculum has been developed in collaboration with games employers and is taught by industry experts – so you know it's up-to-date – while the communication and problem-solving skills you'll learn could also propel you into wider roles in the creative industries. Previous graduates on our game design courses have worked on a range of well-known games in studios across the UK in roles including VFX artist, game designer, environment and texture artists, and character designers.

Modules

Core modules include: The Writer’s Toolkit Game Design and Prototyping Critical Game Studies Scriptwriting Introduction to Game Audio Optional modules include: The Storyteller's Art Level Design Music and Sound for Media Emerging Technologies Major Project

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

How to apply

29Jan

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.

Application codes

Course code:
W295
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
International £17500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Games Design and Creative Writing at University of Hull - UCAS