the bsc (hons) games software engineering course is intended for those keen to embark on a career in programming within the games and other related industries. bu's games courses have been nominated by tiga for best educational institution. bu is a member of the independent games developers’ association (tiga), and bu's courses are currently being considered for accreditation by tiga.

educated by professional practitioners, expert academics and interesting guest lecturers, this degree will provide students with a clear understanding of how to apply programming techniques to modern games creation, whilst developing their knowledge of artificial intelligence, physics, game engines and graphics programming. bu has regular contact with games developers across the uk and overseas, including unity, jagex, king, sports interactive, creative assembly, climax studios and others, many of whom give lectures or placement opportunities for students.

taught in dedicated facilities and using cutting-edge technology, students discover the curriculum has a strong focus on specialist units intended to give them a broad range of software engineering skills that can be put to good use in the context of games programming.

students will have the opportunity to take a 4-week or 30-week work placement in the industry, which can be completed at home or overseas. the experience allows students to place the specialist knowledge and skills acquired on the course in a real-world working context.