7Dec
Undergraduate This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
Arts University Bournemouth has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
The BA (Hons) Games Narrative is designed to produce graduates with the creative and technical skills to craft immersive, compelling, and interactive stories for the gaming industry. This course strikes a balance between narrative innovation, creative expression, and the technical know-how required to integrate storytelling within game mechanics. It focuses on developing expertise in narrative design, player agency, and the role of storytelling in gameplay, fostering graduates who understand how narrative can elevate the player experience. Aspiring narrative designers, scriptwriters, and storytellers in the gaming world would find this course highly relevant, as it equips them with skills that are both innovative and industry-relevant. Applicants will have the opportunity to blend their passion for storytelling with technical knowledge, working on projects that develop real-world skills. This course offers a space to engage with meaningful narratives—those that provoke thought, evoke emotions, and even inspire social change—giving students a unique edge in the industry. The opportunity to collaborate with students from Games Art and Design and Business of Games also ensures a well-rounded perspective, making graduates more versatile and competitive in the industry. Throughout the course, students will explore various narrative genres and techniques, mastering character development, world-building, and thematic exploration. They will explore "Meaningful Games" in the early part of the program, learning to develop stories with a key message that resonates beyond entertainment. The curriculum emphasizes collaboration, with projects designed to work closely with game designers, artists, and developers. Modules include "Storytelling Through Games," "Gender/Identity and Values," and final projects that showcase their narrative designs across different platforms. By the conclusion of the program, students will be able to:
- Craft innovative narrative content aligned with current gaming industry trends.
- Collaborate with industry professionals in creating immersive gaming experiences.
- Evaluate the role and impact of narrative within games, critically assessing player engagement.
- Build a comprehensive portfolio that showcases adaptability in narrative design across genres and platforms.
Assessment method
coursework and practical 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:
- I622
- Institution code:
- A66
- Campus name:
- Main Site - Arts University Bournemouth
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 - 120 points
A level - BBC - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Scottish Higher - CCCCCD
T Level - M
Please see AUB's website for a full list of our entry requirements, including tariff points where applicable. We are happy to accept a wide range of qualifications, including but not limited to: A Levels, BTEC Extended Diploma, OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma(s), Access to HE courses, Scottish Highers, IB Diploma Programme, Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. We can also accept many EU and International qualifications. See website for details. Email Admissions ([email protected]) with any queries about entry requirements. We welcome applicants who are currently studying or who have gained a Foundation Diploma in Art and Design and this qualification meets our level three entry requirements. This is a recommended qualification for many of our courses but it is not a compulsory qualification. Other relevant and equivalent Level 3 qualifications are considered on an individual basis and we are happy to accept applicants with a combination of Level 3 qualifications. Please check your qualifications using UCAS Tariff calculator and remember we are looking for the equivalent of 3 A levels if you are combining Level 3 qualifications. AUB tailors its offers to the qualifications an applicant is studying and looks for applicant to be studying a relevant creative subject. AUB makes offers based on up to three A Levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications with the most UCAS Tariff points attached to them to give applicants the best chance possible at achieving our required tariff (120 UCAS Tariff points in most cases).
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Academic IELTS or UKVI IELTS with 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (reading, writing, speaking and listening) |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | With 80 overall and a minimum score of 18 in writing, listening, and reading and 19 in speaking. Please note the home version of this test is not accepted. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | C | Minimum grade C |
| PTE Academic | 64 | With 64 overall and a minimum of 59 in each component |
| Cambridge English Proficiency | C | Cambridge C2 Proficiency English exam with a minimum grade of C. |
| Trinity ISE | Pass | Level III or level IV with a pass. |
English language requirements
https://aub.ac.uk/international/english-language/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17950 | Year 1 |
| International | £17950 | 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
Please note that subject to the relevant legislation being passed in parliament, the UK Government have proposed tuition fees for the 2025/26 academic year of £9535 per annum.
Please see our website for more information https://aub.ac.uk/fees/undergraduate
All undergraduate courses at AUB offer an optional placement year, to be taken between your second and third years of study.
If you’re unsure about this optional placement, you don’t need to decide now. Once you’re here and studying with us, the course team will discuss the placement options with you, so when the time comes, you can make a decision that’s right for you.
Provider information
Arts University Bournemouth
Wallisdown
Poole
BH12 5HH