Manchester Metropolitan University
Computer Games Development
Manchester, England, United Kingdom · UCAS CGD1
- Level
- Bachelor
- Duration
- 3 years
- Campus
- Main Site
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
- Home Tuition
- £10,050 (regulated maximum, 2027-28)
- Intake
- September 2027
- UCAS code
- CGD1
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Course Overview
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Career snapshot (indicative)
Games development graduates pursue careers as gameplay programmers, engine developers, technical artists and game designers at studios from AAA publishers to independent developers. The global games industry employs over 300,000 professionals and continues to grow rapidly.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Student life (indicative)
Manchester is the UK's unofficial music capital, with legendary clubs, two Premier League football teams, outstanding food from every cuisine, and a student population that makes up a significant chunk of the city.
The University at a Glance
- Student Population
- 39,395
- Staff Ratio
- 20.0:1
- International
- 9.0%
Career Prospects
- Employment Rate
- 70.0%
- of graduates employed
- Avg Starting Salary
- £26,070
- First-year earnings
- Placement Year
- Available
- Work experience option
Costs & Living
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
City & Location
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
Course Curriculum
We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.
Entry Requirements
Subject areas covered
- Game design
- Computer programming
- Computer games
- Digital Production
- Video Games/Videogames
- Game Art
Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.
Assessment Methods
We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.
Campus & City Life
- Student Population
- 39,395
- Total students
- Staff Ratio
- 20:1
- Students per staff
- International Students
- 9%
- Of student body
Campus at a Glance
- City Size
- Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)
- Climate (indicative)
- Cool temperate
- Safety Index (indicative)
- 7.0/10
- Transport
- Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
- Social Scene
- Friendly community | Academic / intellectual | Professional / career networks
Student Life & City (indicative)
Manchester is the UK's unofficial music capital, with legendary clubs, two Premier League football teams, outstanding food from every cuisine, and a student population that makes up a significant chunk of the city.
What Students Love
- Active music scene
- Vibrant nightlife & bars
- Diverse international food scene
- Major sports culture
University Stats
Career & Outcomes
- Graduate Employment
- 70%
- Employed after graduation
- Avg Starting Salary
- £26,070
- Average first-year salary
- Placement Year
- Available
- Industry work experience
Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)
- Games development graduates pursue careers as gameplay programmers, engine developers, technical artists and game designers at studios from AAA publishers to independent developers.
- The global games industry employs over 300,000 professionals and continues to grow rapidly.
Summary based on information from the university.
Course source link unavailable.
Top Industries for Graduates
- Business
- Design
- Education
Study Abroad Opportunities
Y
Costs & Living Expenses
- Intl. Tuition
- See fee page →
Overall Cost of Living (indicative)
Moderate
This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.
Estimated Annual Costs
Monthly Student Budget (indicative)
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