BSc (Hons) Games Programming
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Course overview
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Starts: Sep 2026
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Duration: 3 years
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Mode: Full time
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UCAS code: I610
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Fees: UK: £9,535 (2025/26)* / International: £17,000 (2025/26)*
*Fees subject to change for 2026/27.
Programmed for success.
This games programming degree will help you become a master programmer and stay at the very forefront of the games evolution. You will develop unrivalled skills within programming and scripting, content generation, artificial intelligence and networking and multiplayer.
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Example of our student's work
Digital explorers - For the first time ever, Ravensbourne University fashion and gaming students collaborate to chart a course for the future of fashion in the wake of Covid-19.
Example of our student's work
Why study this games programming degree?
- Develop an industry-level skillset and mindset
- Work collaboratively to find creative solutions to programming
- Collaborative practice, game jams and working with industry will be fundamental aspects of your academic journey
- Develop games for mobile, indie and AAA console games
- Build professional-grade games and gain access to industry through live briefs, mentorship, and internships
- Develop a deep technical knowledge to propel you in your future career
- Develop a skillset encompassing scripting, content generation, AI and networking and multiplayer.
Master computer games programming and coding
This games programming degree in London requires no prior coding knowledge. You’ll learn C++, C#, and work with Unreal and Unity engines, gaining skills in scripting, AI, and procedural content generation.
Collaborate with artists and designers, develop games for mobile, indie, and AAA platforms, and gain industry experience through game jams and projects.
This course works alongside the BA (Hons) Games Development program, reflecting current industry practices.
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The specifics
Downloadable course specification (3 years)
Downloadable course specification (4 years)*
*Subject to revalidation
Facilities
iMac suite at Ravensbourne
iMac suite at Ravensbourne University - ideal for design students and computing students.
Kit Store at Ravensbourne
As a digital student, you'll need access to equipment relevant to your course that will support your learning.
The Kit Store provides a wide range of equipment that students can borrow to complete their projects. Staff can also borrow equipment to deliver their practical sessions.
It houses a wide range of equipment from industry standard manufacturers, including cameras, audio, lighting, and more.
Staff at the Kit Store are trained in various relevant departments and are available to give advice on all the equipment within the store, to help you realise your project.
Materials library
The Ravensbourne materials library is curated by Material ConneXion, a business that introduces brands to the latest material innovations.
The materials scientists at Material ConneXion select innovative materials relevant to the courses at Ravensbourne and that reflect current trends in design and manufacturing.
Samples of these materials are then added to the library so students and staff can browse the physical collection for inspiration, material ideas and applications.
The library hosts 1,500 material samples and an interactive table for further research and access to the Material ConneXion database.
External visitor information
If you wish to come and see the materials library and have a short tour, please contact us to organise.
The materials library can be used by external students registered with the SCONUL access scheme.
Library at Ravensbourne
The Ravensbourne University library has a large collection of print, online and multimedia resources available for staff and students to use.
