If you are interested in the world of gaming and considering studying a degree in this field, BCU is the place for you. From Game Programming to Game Technical Art, there's a course that will suit everyone. Read on to find out our top reasons for studying a Games degree.
1. High-performing courses
Not only are we a member of TIGA (The Independent Game Developers Association), but we also rank in the top 5 for Games in the Guardian League Table (2024). This means our courses consistently produce high quality, industry-ready graduates that go on to work for well-known companies. After successful completion of the courses, you could go on to roles such as Technical Artist, Game Artists, Gameplay Programmer, Immersive Developer, Game Designer and much more.
2. Outstanding facilities
Our Games courses are taught at our ever-expanding City Centre Campus, and no matter which games route you go down, you’ll have access to a wide range of state-of-the-art facilities, including:
- Dedicated Game Studios: Our studio and project spaces enable a collaborative atmosphere where students can cultivate teamwork and creativity, crucial for successful game design and production.
- Motion Capture (Mocap) Labs: A key feature is our mocap lab, which allows students to create realistic animations by capturing real-world movements, vital for developing dynamic game characters and environments.
- Texture Creation and Photogrammetry Equipment: Students access high-quality cameras and scanning equipment for texture creation, essential for crafting detailed game visuals. Our photogrammetry tools enable precise 3D modelling of real-world objects, greatly enhancing game realism.
- VR and AR Development Kits: We provide resources like Oculus Quest, HTC Vive, and Microsoft HoloLens, enabling students to develop and test pioneering VR and AR experiences.
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3. Industry partnerships
We have professional partnerships with Unity and Unreal, meaning we have met strict standards of excellence and are authorised to offer training courses and Unity Certification Exams on behalf of Unity Technologies. We are also a PlayStation First institution and a very active member of the Sony Academic Alliance.
4. Expert lecturers
If you want to learn from the best in the industry, you are in the right place at BCU. We have lecturers that have taught Game Design at the National Film and Television School, worked with Jaguar Land Rover, Framestore and Warner Brother Studios.
5. Employability
Not only do our students complete industry placements with companies such as Rare studios (Sea of Thieves), Rebellion (Evil Genius 2), and Double Eleven (Minecraft Dungeons), but our graduates also go on to work at AAA studios as games developers, alongside many other avenues.