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BSc (Hons) Games Programming with foundation year

University of Bolton
Bolton , United Kingdom
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Tuition Fee
USD 12,420
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Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
48 months
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Game Development | Computer Programming | Software Development
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
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USD 12,420
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Program start dateApplication deadline
2023-09-25-
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Program Overview

Course Details

Offering a broad education in games programming, design, development and technology, our BSc (Hons) Games Programming with foundation year degree emphasises the technical aspects of game production.

We’ll introduce you to many aspects of computing in the foundation year including programming using Python, Wiring or a similar language. We assume no prior knowledge of programming but a good knowledge of mathematics, especially algebra, will help you succeed. We’ll also explore how to take a logical approach to problem solving and the fundamentals of research, as part of your preparation for degree level study.

We aim for you to become a skilled programmer and you’ll use C++, the principal programming language in the games industry, after the foundation year. We’ll guide and support you throughout your studies to help you master object orientated programming and design techniques, and learn about advanced programming data structures and algorithms for game development.

Games and interactive applications are becoming more cinematic in look and feel so we teach maths and physics in a practical way to help you learn to create 2D and 3D environments where behaviour and movement looks realistic. You’ll also have opportunities to gain experience of multi-platform programming and artificial intelligence techniques used in the development of efficient and robust games.

Highlights

  • Our Computer Science courses are top in the UK for student satisfaction, according to The Complete University Guide 2022.
  • University of Bolton games graduates have been enjoying careers in the games industry for longer than most – we were one of the first UK universities to offer games courses.
  • We’ll help and support you to develop a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills in readiness to impress potential employers.
  • Team working skills are essential so you’ll have opportunities to work with students from our Games Design and Games Art courses on projects that mimic the multi-disciplinary teams found in the industry.
  • Our Game Jams are great opportunities to build your social network and practice your programming and problem solving skills.
  • We collaborate with games development companies on beta testing, offering you the chance to test upcoming games before they go to market. Previously, students have even got their names mentioned in game credits.
  • Industry experts from the leading games studios in the UK, along with Bolton graduates now successful in the sector, are regularly invited to give guest lectures on aspects of games development.

    • Key Features

  • Teaching staff on the games courses have a vast range of industry experience and an extensive network of contacts in the games industry.
  • The course covers both 2D and 3D game environments and game engines for traditional gaming (PC and console), mobile gaming (cloud, social and casual) and virtual reality gaming, along with game play analysis and hardware specification.
  • We organise studio visits and field trips to games development companies, and will encourage and support you to undertake work experience and industrial placements.
  • We design the course assignments and projects so that they mimic industry pipelines and standards to give you a real feel for a career in the games sector.
  • Our dedicated games labs feature high-specification hardware and industry-standard software.
  • By choosing to study with us, you'll have the chance to enjoy Bolton's many shops, bars, restaurants and leisure facilities. Manchester, one of the UK's most multicultural and lively cities, is less than 20 minutes away by train. Not forgetting, the North West of England is renowned for its beautiful countryside, coastline and heritage. This makes Bolton an ideal base from which to explore some of the best cultural and outdoor activities the UK offers.

    • Program Outline

    A games programming graduate will be able to demonstrate the programming skills required to work on games and entertainment software. The technical skills you’ll develop include the ability to develop interactive software including graphics and sound, an understanding of programming language, including the use of artificial intelligence techniques and multi-user and multi-processor programming.

    What can I do with this qualification?

    The computer games industry has grown dramatically in recent years and there’s now a demand for highly technical programmers with a good knowledge of mathematics, physics, artificial intelligence and code optimisation. Games programming graduates can pursue careers as games programmers, artificial intelligence programmers, graphics programmers, 3D modellers and web systems developers, across a range of sectors in the games industry such as mobile and social media games.

    Many programmers start in junior programming positions. As you develop your programming skills, you can choose a specific area of video game programming to specialise in. Each aspect of a video game requires a detailed set of code, so a programmer may work on audio, physics, artificial intelligence, graphics, or any other single area required to make a video game function. Once programmers become more experienced, they may consider pursuing a lead programmer position, which involves leadership and management duties in addition to programming.

    Alternative career options

    The knowledge and skills developed on this degree programme will underpin a number of other areas of computing such as mainstream programming jobs, mobile app development or web development. Other career areas associated with this degree include:

  • Software development
  • Systems analysis
  • Computer and information systems management

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