About Computer Science (games Development) With Sandwich Placement Bsc (hons) in University of Wolverhampton
This course investigates the technologies behind games development including hardware (consoles, input devices) and software games engines. It also covers the mathematics and physics required to create believable agents, non-player characters (NPCs) and virtual worlds inside a computer game.
This equips you to play a valuable role as part of a games development team in the games industry, and enables you to develop your own ideas into a marketable product.
The course has the same foundations and principles of our main Computer Science Award, integrating computer language tools, techniques and methodologies. Additionally we will prepare you with the key skills needed to keep abreast of future developments.
Our course combines the core subjects of computer science with the opportunity to develop additional skills in the area of games development.
Programming is an essential requirement for all computer scientists and games developers, and you will be developing your skills in this area throughout your course. You will begin with the fundamentals of programming and problem solving, and build on this through subjects such as object oriented analysis, design and programming, software development and systems programming. In addition to your games development studies, you will also learn about computer graphics and artificial intelligence. In your final year, your studies will culminate in the development of a computer games related project.
You will also engage in studies focused on developing your academic and employability skills and you will be offered the opportunity to undertake a placement year where you gain invaluable experience in the workplace before returning to complete your final year. Many students have found this to be a real asset when it comes to finding a job after graduation.
Academic qualification equivalents
Higher Secondary School Certificate/Indian School Certificate – Standard XII
English language requirements (one of the below):
IELTS :Overall score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component
University of Wolverhampton Highlights
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Mode of program
On-campus and online
University of Wolverhampton Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The estimated fee of different programs is given in the following table. There could be some exceptions, so the applicant must check before applying.
Cost per academic year
Postgraduate fir Business School
Postgraduate with Professional Placements
Type of accommodation
37 Week Licence Cost
52 Week License Cost
University of Wolverhampton Application Process
International students who want to seek admissions at University of Wolverhampton can follow the below-mentioned application process:
Application Fee: Undergraduate: £18 for UCAS, Postgraduate: No fee
Application Deadlines: follows the deadline set up by UCAS. Late applications are welcomed only for the courses that still have places available.