BSc (Hons) Games Technology

*This course is subject to approval

This course is available at Screen and Film School Brighton, UK and BIMM University Berlin, Germany.

Welcome to our BSc (Hons) Games Technology degree. This is your gateway to a fulfilling career in the areas of the creative industries that rely on cutting-edge game technologies and to understand how games are built from the ground up.

This comprehensive Bachelor of Science degree course provides you with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in industries ranging from film and virtual reality to medicine, and augmented reality. This is your chance to grasp both the technical intricacies and theoretical foundations of games engines, empowering you to make a tangible impact in a huge number of diverse fields such as visualization, architecture, and training.

By focusing on the game development process, our program gives you a holistic understanding of the industry’s various domains, including programming, technical design, and prototyping game mechanics. You will gain a well-rounded perspective, enabling you to thrive in design and production roles within the games industry by building on a host of exciting platforms such as VR, Mobile, and Console.

Furthermore, you will learn how to code and develop an understanding of scripting, visual scripting, and programming and take a deep dive into Unreal and Unity, as well as learn how to use Blueprints, C#, and C++ to build mechanics.

Are we speaking your language? If so, our comprehensive degree in Games Technology will equip you with a thorough understanding of the industry’s production methodologies and business practices. BIMM University is here to support you as you embark on your journey toward success, making your mark in the exciting world of game technology.

Key Facts

• Mode of attendance:  Full-time
• Length of course : 3 years full-time
• Awarding institution: BIMM University (UK)
• Campus delivery:  Brighton, Berlin
• UCAS code:  G300
• Institution code:  B39
• Language of study:  English
• Final award:  BSc (Hons) Games Technology

BIMM University is a creative arts educational institution that offers English-taught Bachelor’s, CertHE and Master’s degree programmes in the worlds of modern music, film, performing arts and video games development. We aim to prepare students for successful, sustainable and international creative industry careers. BIMM University consists of 14 schools in the UK, Ireland and Germany with a diverse and international student community of 8,000 students from over 60 countries.

For 40 years, BIMM University has equipped our students with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the demands of the creative industries.

As a BIMM University student, you’ll benefit from a range of unique collaborative opportunities across music, film and performing arts, developing skills you will take into your future creative careers.

BIMM University comprises the acclaimed BIMM Music Institute (UK and Dublin, Ireland), Screen and Film School , Performers College , Institute for Contemporary Theatre in the UK . Additionally, BIMM University has a branch in Germany: BIMM University Berlin. Wherever you choose to study, your school will be fitted out with industry-standard facilities, and you’ll be supported by expert lecturers with the knowledge and experience to take your talent further.

BIMM inspires the next generation of industry professionals through the creation of inclusive and creative learning environments that remove barriers and create opportunities for equal participation in the creative industries. As a BIMM student, you’ll be part of a unique creative community with access to unrivalled connections and real-world industry experiences. You’ll have the opportunity to be yourself and study in an environment that works closely with the very industries you’ll find your place in.