BA (Honours) Game Design and Development with Foundation Year

at Sheffield Hallam University

Modules
 

• 3D Modelling
• Game Design Theory
• Game World Mechanics
• Level 4 Game Project
• Online Gaming Cultures
• Visual Concepts For Games 1
• Advanced Game Design Theory
• Experimental Game Practice
• Narrative Design
• Physical Games
• Professional Development Project
• Creative Sound Practice
• Introduction To Concept Art
• Virtual Reality Design
• Creative Direction For Games
• Final Game Project
• Game Professional Practice
• User Interface Design For Games
• 3D Games Prototyping
• Life Drawing
• Sound Design And Sonic Arts Practice
• Visual Effects Project

UCAS points
 

• 80
   

With at least 32 points from one A level or equivalent BTEC National qualifications. For example:
 

• CDD at A Level.

• MMP in BTEC Extended Diploma.

• A combination of qualifications which must include an A level grade C or BTEC grade M.
   

GCSE
 

• English Language or Literature at grade C or 4 or equivalents*

• Maths at grade C or 4 or equivalents*

An Access to HE Diploma with at least 45 credits at level 3 and 15 credits at level 2. At least 15 level 3 credits must be at merit grade or above from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate.May also accept you, if you have limited qualifications but can show evidence of ability and a genuine commitment to studying Media Arts and Communication.Treat the foundation year as part of the Media Arts and Communication degree programme. Offers made to students will be for four years of study (or five years of study including a placement). This is made up of the foundation year plus one of our Media Arts and Communication degrees.
 

If English is not your first language, you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or equivalent.

Tuition fee for International/EU students £15,860 per year.

This course prepares you for a career as a:
 

• game designer
• game artist
• game producer