| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2023-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This undergraduate program in Game Design and Development provides students with a comprehensive foundation in game studies, design, and development. Led by industry experts, students gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge software and hardware, preparing them for careers in the rapidly growing computer games industry. The program emphasizes practical skills through group projects, mobile game development, and a final major project.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Year 1:
- Game Studies
- Game Design and Development Workflows
- Introduction to Game Design
- Year 2:
- Game Development
- Advanced Game Design
- Ruskin Module (15 credits)
- Experimental Study for Games
- Year 3:
- Final Major Project for Games
- Specialised Practice for Games
Assessment:
- Exams
- Personal learning plans
- Group projects
- Mobile games and assets produced by students
Teaching:
- Industry experts teach the program from Year 1.
- Students have access to the latest software and hardware, including Blender, Autodesk 3DSMax/Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Unreal Engine 5, Unity3D, and more.
- Students have access to motion capture equipment, HD cameras, and Digital SLRs for HDRI capture.
Careers:
- 81% of the UK computer games industry is educated to at least undergraduate level, rising to 88% for core games production roles in art or programming.
- Graduates will have a range of programming skills that will help them stand out in the industry.
- Graduates can consider establishing themselves as freelance designers or opening their own independent studios.
- ARU Peterborough hosts the annual Brains Eden computer games careers event, offering opportunities for professionals and students alike.
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
UK students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)
£9,250
International students starting 2023/24 (full-time, per year)
£15,000
UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)
£9,250
International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)
£15,900 You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Find out about paying your fees. For postgraduate courses, international ARU graduates are automatically considered for an International Alumni Scholarship, worth £3,000 off first-year fees.
