


Computer Games and Graphics
If you love gaming why not turn this passion into a career in the dynamic interactive media industry? Most computer games courses give you the opportunity to gain design, technical and business skills, with modules in computer animation and 3D modelling, game analysis and testing and game production. Some courses focus more on games design and need creative thinkers; others focus on programming and the technical side, and would suit computer literate students with ability in maths.
Good to Know
Common Degree/Major Names
BA/BFA | Animation |
BA | Computer Animation |
BA/BFA | Computer Arts |
BA | Computer Games Art |
BSc | Computer Games Design |
BSc | Computer Games Development |
BSc | Computer Games Programming |
BSc | Computer Games Technology |
BSc | Computer Science for Games |
BA | Creative Computing |
BSc | Digital Game Development |
BA | Game Art |
BA | Game Development Art |
Useful Skills
Analytical | |
Attention to Detail | |
Creativity | |
Data Manipulation | |
Design Mindset | |
Idea Visualisation | |
Mathematical | |
Problem Solving | |
Programming / Coding | |
Staying Motivated / Working Hard | |
Staying Positive (Resilience) | |
Teamwork |
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