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Game Design and Production

Abertay University

Content

Learn to harness your creativity and get set to push the boundaries of games making by studying in the thriving city that spawned Grand Theft Auto (GTA). Gain a degree from one of the most prestigious game design schools in the world.

Developed for creative and technically minded people with a desire to become a key part of the games industry, this degree is designed to make you work-ready, teaching you game concept and asset creation, game prototyping, and production and leadership skills.

You’ll be encouraged to work creatively and professionally as a game designer, communicating concepts through prototypes, game assets, documentation and presentations, in addition to honing your communication and management skills through multidisciplinary projects.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at ABBB.
Widening access entry: 3 Highers at ABB.

Entry to year 2 is possible with 3 Advanced Highers at AAB including two from Maths, Art and Design, Computing Science, Design and Manufacture, Graphic Communication and Music.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BA Hons

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

G452

Course Length

4 years

Faculty

School of Design and Informatics

Department

Games Technology and Mathematics

SCQF Level

10

Career Area

Computing and ICT

Career Sectors

Computer Skills

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