APPLYING
UCAS Tariff:
96
Points
A Level:
CCC
BTEC Extended Diploma:
MMM
T Level:
M
Access to HE Diploma:
M - 45 Credits
Interview: Yes
Interview: No
Learn how to blend creativity and technology to unlock the potential of games.
Learn how to blend creativity and technology to unlock the potential of games.
Take a hands-on approach to games in Bristol. This course covers the artistry, technologies and expertise behind well-designed games. You'll make games that entertain, tell amazing stories and even benefit society. With support from industry specialists, we'll help you build the skills and projects needed to get your career started.
Across the course you’ll play games, explore games, and create games - focusing on varying styles, genres and platforms (physical, web, mobile, console, XR). You'll develop a detailed appreciation of play and players, while learning everything you need to take a game concept from an idea to a published title. All within a supportive, studio-style environment that values experimentation and imagination.
Want to find out more?
Our studio model reflects how pro games are made.
Build in-demand skills for many creative tech jobs.
Learn by making while having fun along the way.
Find out how games are made, what makes them fun, and how they can be applied beyond entertainment. Modules explore modern game production concepts through activities that range from informal game jams to structured studio briefs. Assessments reflect what you'd do in the games industry and there are no exams. For us, it's about the quality of your games and the ideas that drive them.
Indicative tools: Unreal Engine, Construct, GB Studio, Twine, Ren'Py, Adobe Creative Cloud, Aseprite, Blender, ZBrush, Audacity, ProTools, GitHub, ChatGPT, Miro, Nuclino.
Game Design and Production graduates have many career options both within and outside of the entertainment industry. Popular roles include Level Designer, Gameplay Designer, User Experience (UX) Designer, Gameplay Programmer, Virtual/Augmented Reality (VR/AR) Programmer and Games Producer.
Boomsatsuma Games Studio offers specialised game production facilities located at the Tobacco Factory. With access to capable PCs, XR devices, motion capture and virtual production technologies, you'll have everything you need to bring your game ideas to life.
UCAS Tariff:
96
Points
A Level:
CCC
BTEC Extended Diploma:
MMM
T Level:
M
Access to HE Diploma:
M - 45 Credits
Interview: Yes
Interview: No
Fees for UK full time student applying to start one our undergraduate programmes in 2024/25 are as follows:
Year 1: £9,250
Year 2: Published Jan 2025
Year 3: Published Jan 2026
For more information about tuition fees and funding, see Kingston University's Guidance
If you have questions about student finance, or need some help, talk to us at an Open day or Email