Norwich University of the Arts has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
OVERVIEW Games Development at Norwich University of the Arts (Norwich) has a reputation for producing graduates who excel, creatively and technically, in a constantly evolving industry. Our award-winning industry-led course focuses on developing technical understanding of software and design processes while deeply engaging with contemporary practice-based theoretical concepts to level up your knowledge and experience as a games developer. KEY FEATURES
- Study the fundamentals of game development and be introduced to formative theoretical concepts from contemporary academics and practitioners while developing your critical thinking, analysis and communications skills
- Develop critical thinking, analysis and communications skills key to allowing you to fortify your design choices within contemporary contexts
- Learn how to use computational logic to generate interactivity in the creation of game prototypes
- Collaborate with students on BA (Hons) Games Art and Design to make games that bring your technical abilities together with their artistry using content creation software for a range of platforms
- Work with a broad range of professional software and tools such as Visual Studio, Unreal Engine, and LaTex Editor, with opportunities to build your own graphics engine and physics engine
- Be involved in collaborative projects such as Games Jams, both within Norwich and with external events
Modules
You can find more information about the content of the BSc (Hons) Games Development course at https://norwichuni.ac.uk/bsc-hons-games-development/
Assessment method
The University assesses you through the coursework you produce as you complete each unit. Each unit will require you to present a portfolio of work which may include finished pieces of work, written work, your research, and a reflective journal which allows you to evaluate your learning and highlight your strengths and areas for further development. You can find out more information about our assessment methods at https://norwichuni.ac.uk/bsc-hons-games-development/#assessment
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- The Independent Game Developers' Association
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- I601
- Institution code:
- N39
- Campus name:
- Norwich University of the Arts
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
For Year 2 entry you will need 120 credits at Level 4 from a similar course, or equivalent experience.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
T Level - P
Norwich welcomes applicants of all ages from all backgrounds. Your application will be primarily assessed through your personal statement, so even if you have no formal qualifications or do not meet our typical offers it can still be worth applying. If you are studying at the time of your application and your application is successful it is likely that you will receive a conditional offer. If the qualification that you are studying is not shown, do not worry as we are able to accept other pre-entry qualifications as well as combinations of different qualifications.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://norwichuni.ac.uk/bsc-hons-games-development/#entry-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £18000* | Year 1 |
| International | £18000* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
These provisional fees are based off the 2024/25 fees and are subject to change.
Provider information
Norwich University of the Arts
Francis House
3-7 Redwell Street
Norwich
NR2 4SN