11Oct
UndergraduateCourse summary
Shape the player’s journey in one of the world’s top-ranked game development schools. At The Game Assembly UK, we train the next generation of level designers to thrive in one of the fastest-growing creative industries. Ranked among the world’s top 10 game development schools (Rookies 2024), our programmes are created with leading studios to ensure you graduate with the exact skills employers are looking for. As a level designer, you’ll learn how to create engaging, immersive game experiences by mastering layout, flow, balance, pacing, and storytelling through space. You’ll develop practical expertise in Unreal Engine, scripting, and 3D tools, while also studying gameplay mechanics, player psychology, and visual communication. What makes this course unique is our studio-based approach: from the very start, you’ll work in multidisciplinary teams with programmers, artists, animators and technical designers to build complete games. This mirrors the workflows and pipelines of professional studios, preparing you for real production environments. By graduation, you’ll have designed and shipped multiple games, refined your creative process through playtesting and iteration, and built a professional portfolio showcasing your abilities. Our graduates are recruited every year by partner studios including 10:10 Games, Avalanche, IO Interactive, Lucid Games, Wushu Studios, Studio Gobo, Electric Square, Skyhook Games, Radical Forge, and Cloud Imperium Games. Why choose Level Design at The Game Assembly?
- World top 10 ranking for game development education (Rookies Global Rankings)
- Learn in studio-like environments, developing complete games in collaborative teams
- Gain expertise in Unreal Engine, scripting, gameplay design and 3D tools
- Build professional skills in iteration, playtesting and player-focused design
- Train on industry-standard hardware and software
- Graduate with a portfolio and CV that demonstrates shipped projects
- Join a global alumni network working in some of the most influential studios in games
Modules
Please be aware that the course modules may be subject to change. ▸ Introduction to Level Design ▸ Introduction to Scripting ▸ Introduction to Game Graphics ▸ In-depth Level Design ▸ Advanced Level Design ▸ Advanced Scripting ▸ In-depth World-building and Composition ▸ Specialization ▸ In-depth Technical Design ▸ Game project 1 ▸ Game project 2 ▸ Game project 3 ▸ Game project 4 ▸ Game project 5 ▸ Game Project 6 ▸ Game project 7 ▸ Game project 8
Assessment method
100% of your assessment will be coursework. Assessment methods Continuous assessment with no formal examinations Visual, verbal and written assignments A portfolio of personal and group project work is developed over the course of the degree to boost your employability
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- GA03
- Institution code:
- G02
- Campus name:
- The Game Asssembly
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Portfolio showcasing your creativity and potential as a Level Designer. Examples could include nut limited to; grey-blocked or playable levels, screenshots, renders, or Game Design Documents. Work should highlight your understanding of gameplay, layout, and design. You may be invited to complete a Design task on application and interview.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8900 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8900 | 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.
Provider information
The Game Assembly UK
The Tea Factory
82 Wood Street
Liverpool
L1 4DQ