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BSc (Hons) Games Programming (including foundation year)

LMLondon Metropolitan University · London

This four-year degree is designed for students who wish to enter the creative field of games programming but may not meet the traditional entry requirements for a standard undergraduate course. The programme includes an …

Tuition
£9,790/yr
Duration
4 years
Intakes
Sep
English
IELTS 6.0

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Course Overview

This four-year degree is designed for students who wish to enter the creative field of games programming but may not meet the traditional entry requirements for a standard undergraduate course. The programme includes an intensive foundation year (Year 0) that provides a solid grounding in programming, computer hardware, game design, and mathematical techniques. This preparatory year builds the academic confidence and skills necessary for success in the subsequent three years of study. Throughout the course, students engage in collaborative projects, replicating real-world professional practices, and have the opportunity to showcase their work at events like the annual Summer Show. The curriculum covers specialist areas such as physical computing, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for the industry. The course is available on a full-time basis, with part-time options also offered. By the end of the degree, students will have developed a professional portfolio and the technical expertise required to pursue a career in the games and entertainment industry.

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Fees & Scholarships

Tuition (international)
£24,500/yr
Deposit to secure offer
£2,000 (deducted from tuition)
Estimated living costs (Manchester)
£12,000–£14,500/yr

Scholarships available

Global Excellence Scholarship — £5,000 tuition reduction, automatic consideration for applicants with first-class equivalent grades. South Asia & Africa Merit Award — £3,000, essay-based, deadline 31 May.

Course Structure & Modules

Year 0

Cyber Security Fundamentals30 Credits
Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things30 Credits
Mathematics30 Credits
Programming30 Credits

Year 1

C++ Game Programming15 Credits
C++ Programming15 Credits
Computer and Gaming Hardware Architectures15 Credits
Game Design15 Credits
Game Design and Development15 Credits
Introduction to Game Prototyping15 Credits
Logic and Mathematical Techniques30 Credits

Year 2

Advanced C++15 Credits
Advanced C++ for Games15 Credits
Game Implementation15 Credits
Game Prototype Development15 Credits
Programming Graphical Special Effects for Games15 Credits
Shaders and Graphics Programming15 Credits
Sound Design for Games15 Credits
Virtual Reality Game Development15 Credits

Year 3

Advanced Game Implementation15 Credits
Advanced Prototype Development15 Credits
Artificial Intelligence15 Credits
Artificial Intelligence for Games15 Credits
Creative Practice Dissertation Project15 Credits
Creative Research Dissertation Project15 Credits
Networking for Games15 Credits
Audio Plug-in Coding15 Credits
Career Development Learning15 Credits
Documentary Filmmaking15 Credits
Interaction Design for Non-Humans15 Credits

Career outcomes

Graduates move into roles across analytics, engineering and strategy. Recent graduate employers span major national employers, consultancies and fast-growing regional startups. The course draws on strong industry ties and a dedicated careers service running sector-specific recruitment fairs.

94%
Employed or further study, 15mo
£38k
Median starting salary
120+
Industry project partners

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Campus Locations

London

About this information

Last updated
11 July 2026

Course information on this page was last updated from the London Metropolitan University website available at londonmet.ac.uk on 11 July 2026. NELO is not affiliated with or in partnership with London Metropolitan University; we display course information the institution has published publicly. Fees, entry requirements, dates and other information is subject to change; for the latest details and for admissions, please contact the institution directly.

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