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Computer Games Technology

Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
BSc (Hons) On-Campus Full-time 4 September £9250 per year £15500 per year

About Computer Games Technology, BSc (Hons) - at Abertay University

Press start on a world-leading Computer Games Technology degree and go under the bonnet to study and develop the engines that make computer games whirr - skilfully delivered by experts who've worked on blockbuster titles including Grand Theft Auto (GTA), Angry Birds and Crackdown.

Study at Europe's top university for computer games and learn all the skills you need to become a programmer in one of the most demanding and rewarding industries in the world.

From games programming, graphics and artificial intelligence to games hardware and procedural generation, this challenging degree equips you with the confidence and skills you need to pursue a career in the multi-billion pound games industry.

But that's not all.

To make sure you're learning at the cutting-edge, the programme is kept up-to-date as the games industry changes and technology advances, ensuring you're work-ready and familiar with whatever challenges the sector throws up.

This course scored over 85% for Teaching Satisfaction and Learning Opportunities in the 2020 National Student Survey.

Abertay is widely regarded as THE place to study for a games degree. But don't take our word for it:

  • Sunday Times UK University of the Year 2020 for Teaching Quality.
  • Guardian University Guide 2020 Top 10 in the UK for Student Satisfaction with Teaching, Course and Feedback.
  • National Student Survey 2020 Top 10 UK Universities for Student Satisfaction.
  • Princeton Review 2020 best in Europe for Video Games Education for the 6th year in a row.

In addition, you'll be learning in Dundee, the hub of Scotland's booming games industry, which is home to one-third of the country's gaming companies.


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