Games blog

Isabel's experience as a games student

Isabel told us about some of the exciting opportunities available to Games  students here at BCU.

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5 Games you should play as a Games student

Here are the top five games that are not only fun to play, but also serve as learning tools, offering insights into dif...

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Why Birmingham is the best place to study Games

Thinking of studying a Games degree? Birmingham is one of the best places you can do so, with a thriving industry, cre...

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5 reasons to study a Games degree

Find out our top reasons for studying a Games degree, from high-performing courses to impressive facilities.

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HADO | a pioneering Esport game lands at BCU

Our Curzon building held a one-of-a-kind, immersive sporting experience at our Birmingham Schools HADO Championship.

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Academic Spotlight: Zuby Ahmed

Zuby Ahmed, Associate Professor in Games Design and Enterprise and Employability, gives us an insight into his life and...

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How to prepare for your Games, Film and Animation Master's Degree

If you’re eager to get a head start with your studies, have a look below at the different tips and resources of things ...

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5 reasons why you should come to our Games, Film and Animation Open Day

Open Days are a great opportunity for you to experience a little bit of life as a BCU student. Take a look at why they'...

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Student Support Services

We want you to be as successful whilst studying with us as possible. That's why we offer a variety of support. This blo...

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BCU Gaming Society: Student Stories

Whether you’re a pro or a a casual player starting out, the gaming society is perfect for you!

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Digital Marketing: 2022 and Beyond

We spoke to Mark Brill, Senior Lecturer in  MA Future Media and Innovation Practice  about what we can expect from t...

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5 reasons to study Games, Film and Animation

If you love all things gaming, movies and digital technology, look no further. Here's five reasons for you to join us h...

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10 Games, Film and Animation Instagram accounts you should be following

Check out our favourite Games, Film and Animation Instagram accounts.

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How to prepare for your course - games

Wondering how you can get ready for your course? Discover some new ways to keep busy over summer and get uni ready at t...

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My placement with Games Interactive

We caught up with BA (Hons) Video Game Digital Art student, Emily Evans, who told us all about her work placement at ga...

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What can I do with a Games degree?

The innovative, fast-growing nature of the  gaming industry  is attractive for many reasons, including the exciting ...

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Can digital artefacts have materiality?

We caught up with Associate Professor of Games Design, Zuby Ahmed, who has been working on an exciting project construc...

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What Facebook gets wrong about 'The Social Dilemma'

There's no doubt that the rise in social media must have an effect on individuals and wider society, but to what extent...

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Toby Jennings: from Gamer camp to industry

In the short time since graduating from Gamer camp, Toby Jennings has had an illustrious career, working on a number of...

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Alumni Spotlight – Rohana Razak

We talk to MSc Video Game Enterprise, Production & Design graduate Rohana Razak. 

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Being a woman in the games industry

MSc Video Game Enterprise, Production & Design graduate Ines was nominated for Rising Star of the Year in the Women in ...

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Reasons to study Gaming in Birmingham

We highlight our top five reasons why Birmingham is an ideal place to study a games, film or animation course.

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