Game Design BA
Keele University, United Kingdom
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Game Design
Keele University
Game Design
Program Overview: Game Design BA (Hons) at Keele University
The Game Design BA (Hons) at Keele University is designed for students interested in exploring the theoretical and practical aspects of game design, including 3D modelling, animation, and creative storytelling. You will develop collaborative and technical skills to produce original computer games while building a professional portfolio that showcases your distinctive abilities to future employers.
The program covers key principles of game design, from creating characters and virtual worlds, scripting and programming, to designing the sounds and graphics that make for engaging games. You will learn from academic and industry experts, with optional work placements that allow you to apply your skills in professional contexts.
Keele University, established in 1949, holds a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and is set on a beautiful 600-acre campus in Staffordshire. The program also covers the commercial, cultural, and regulatory frameworks of the games industry, preparing you for a well-rounded career in this fast-growing sector.
Key Program Highlights
- Build an industry-standard professional portfolio to showcase your creative and technical skillset after graduation
- Work with experts using industry-standard facilities and software to design original games
- Work-based learning and optional placement year built into the program for hands-on industry experience
- Apply your talent across game art, audio, narrative design, and storytelling with optional modules from computer science, film, media, and sound design
Curriculum & Modules
The Game Design BA curriculum takes you on a progressive journey from foundational theory and practice through to advanced collaborative game production. Across three years, you will develop expertise in game art, sound design, programming, narrative design, and world-building, culminating in a team-based industry-standard game project in your final year.
Game Design Theory and History
30Explore the evolution of game design and develop your understanding of the principles and practices of crafting games, examining the elements that shape compelling gaming experiences.
Computer Game Development
30Acquire foundational programming skills to implement modern text-based or 2D computer games, covering subsystems such as audio, graphics, user interaction, parallelism, networking, and AI.
Narrative and Storytelling for Games
30Learn about choice-based storytelling techniques and the importance of narrative in game creation, generating your own ideas for interactive stories and game concepts.
Games Visuals and Art
30Advance your creative and collaborative skills in game visuals, levelling, and world-building, gaining hands-on experience creating 2D and 3D assets using industry pipelines and prototyping processes.
Sound Design for Games
30Develop specialist audio skills including filtering and spectral domain techniques for creative projects such as foley effects and computer game soundtracks.
Final Year Game Project
30Apply skills from years one and two by working as part of a team to create an industry-standard game product, utilising professional techniques for the conception, design, and testing of game ideas.
Elective Modules
Admission Requirements
Keele University welcomes applications from students with a range of qualifications and backgrounds. The Game Design BA considers applicants with traditional academic qualifications as well as those with relevant work experience or vocational qualifications. To apply, please submit your application through Uni4Edu.
Academic Requirements
- A-LevelsContact Uni4Edu for current entry grade requirements
- BTECBTEC National Extended Diploma accepted; contact Uni4Edu for specific grade requirements
- International BaccalaureateIB Diploma accepted; contact Uni4Edu for specific point requirements
- Access to HE DiplomaAccess to Higher Education Diploma accepted; contact Uni4Edu for details
- Foundation YearA Foundation Year route is available for students who do not meet standard entry requirements
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in all components
- TOEFL iBTContact Uni4Edu for accepted equivalent scores
- PTE AcademicContact Uni4Edu for accepted equivalent scores
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships & Funding
Keele University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to support international students. These awards are primarily in the form of tuition fee discounts and are designed to make studying in the UK more accessible and affordable.
Keele Undergraduate Global Scholarship
GBP 5,000 (Year 1) plus GBP 1,000-2,000 in subsequent years based on academic performanceAwarded to international students who exceed published entry requirements. Students are automatically considered when their application is assessed. Continuation awards of GBP 1,000 to GBP 2,000 are available in Years 2 and 3 based on achieving a weighted average module mark of 60% or above.
KUIC Progression Scholarship
GBP 3,000 per yearAvailable to students who successfully complete an undergraduate pathway programme at Keele University International College (KUIC). The scholarship provides GBP 3,000 upon progression to Keele University and a further GBP 3,000 for every subsequent year of the undergraduate degree.
Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarship
Full tuition waiver plus annual stipendsProvides full tuition fee waivers along with an annual stipend for living costs and study costs to eligible students who are seeking asylum or have Limited Leave to Remain in the UK. This is a highly competitive award with limited places available.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
The UK video games industry is one of the largest in the world and games are among the UK's most valuable and fastest-growing forms of entertainment media. This program equips you with creative and technical skills for a range of careers in the gaming sector, the wider creative industries, and beyond. You will graduate with a professional portfolio and transferable skills including collaboration, problem solving, critical thinking, and communication.
Potential Career Roles
Industries and Employers
Rankings & Recognition
Keele University is a well-established institution founded in 1949, recognised for its teaching excellence with a Gold rating in both the 2017 and 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). The university features in multiple global and national ranking systems and is known for high student satisfaction across many subject areas.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) | UK Government TEF | Gold |
| National Student Survey (NSS) | NSS England | Top 10 in 15 subjects |
| Forensic Science | The Guardian | #3 |
| Computer Science & Game Design | Various | Contact Uni4Edu for current data |
How to Apply
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Contact Uni4Edu
Reach out to our team via email or phone. We will assess your profile and confirm your eligibility for this program.
Prepare Your Documents
Our advisors will provide you with a personalised checklist of required documents and help you prepare your application package.
Submit Your Application
Uni4Edu will submit your application on your behalf and keep you updated on its progress throughout the review period.
Receive Your Offer
Once accepted, we will help you understand your offer, arrange visa support if needed, and guide you through the enrolment process.
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