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Course summary
Course Overview Want a gateway into the games industries? BIMM University's practical Cert HE courses offer an introduction to the dynamic disciplines of games development. This one-year course offers an exciting opportunity for games makers and producers to delve into their craft through engaging lectures, workshops, and the creation of a comprehensive creative portfolio. Your portfolio will draw a real focus from the 'Studio Project' module that immerses you in real-world working practices and emphasises industry-like collaboration. The Games Design and Development pathway focuses on the key skills required for games development within design departments and an introduction to the software development lifecycle. It will develop and encourage debate around the cultural and political nature of games and development.
- Introduction to the games industry and an exploration of games culture
- Introduction to basic design skills
- Introduction to key software pipelines
- Using acquired skills to design mechanics
- Exploring game design
- Exploring Games Programming
Modules
Students will study the following modules:
- Foundational Design
- Programming Fundamentals
- Introduction to Games Engines
- Games Design Theory
- Games Mechanics
- Prototyping
- Studio Project
Assessment method
Please refer to the website for more information.
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:
- G110
- Institution code:
- B39
- Campus name:
- MetStudios Brighton
- Campus code:
- E
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
BIMM University (or our partner Met Film School) welcomes applicants from countries that will require a student visa to study in the UK. Applicants must meet requirements set by UKVI. Upon acceptance of an offer you may be required to attend a consultation with a member of the admissions team. We are waiting on confirmation from UKVI that some of our campuses can accept applicants that require a student visa. Should these not be approved, we will be able to offer an alternative campus and course, subject to audition/portfolio and academic requirements being met.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
Details of what to provide will be sent to you once an application has been received.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | a minimum of 5.5 must be achieved in each band (Reading, writing, listening, speaking) |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | A minimum overall score of 170, and no lower than 165 in each band |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | the minimum points must met in each band: Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | A minimum score of 59 overall. At least 59 must be achieved in all four skills |
We also accept the following qualifications: - ESOL Skills for Life Level B2 (Higher B2 on CEFR Scale) - IGCSE English Language (First Language) at C/4 or above - IGCSE English Language (Second Language) at B/3 or above - International Baccalaureate Standard English A at grade 4, OR Higher Level English B at grade 4. If you have studied a different English Language qualification, please send details to the admissions team and we will confirm if it can be accepted. Applicants that need a student visa to study will be required to have taken a UKVI approved qualification, achieving the minimum requirements. Full details can be viewed on our website. Applicants must have met the minimum requirement and be in receipt of results prior to enrolment.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £15950* | 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 | £15950* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
The tuition fee shown is for year 1 of study only.
Fees may be subject to increase on an annual basis, and do not cover additional costs such as:
Visa application costs
Living costs (rent/bills/travel)
Equipment required for your course
(computer and software/instrument/books)
Sponsorship information
Each year we offer various bursaries and scholarships. For further information, please view details on the BIMM University website
Provider information
BIMM University
38-42 Brunswick Street West
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 1EL
Course contact details
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