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Software Engineering (Game Development)

Course details
  • FdSc
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • September 2025
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site
Awarded by:
Lancaster University

Course summary

If you have a passion for video games then you will have some idea of how big the market is and what an appetite it has for innovation.

If you want to be part of that, then this Foundation Degree is for you..The Software Engineering (Game Development) programme is an exciting course giving you the chance to develop industry relevant tools, languages and techniques to develop an impressive portfolio to showcase your abilities for key development roles whether you're new to computer or not..

In this fast-moving environment, it is obviously important that we remain at the cutting edge of the latest innovations. That's why our curriculum is continually evolving with input from our employer partners to ensure our programme stay industry relevant so that you have the skills to compete for the very best roles.

How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
G610
Institution code:
B41
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Open days

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff 64 points

from any level 3 Computing, Computer Science, or Technology qualification.

A level DDE

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) MPP

Access to HE Diploma

Pass Full Access to Higher Education Diploma in a relevant discipline.

Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
All applicants will be required to attend an information, advice and guidance appointment either on campus or remotely. The session will give you the opportunity to meet our tutors and ask any questions you may have about studying at B&FC.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

B&FC may increase tuition fees for future years in line with any inflationary uplift, as determined by the UK government. We will keep you informed of any updates or confirmation from the government on this position.
For further information on government changes to the tuition fees and maintenance loans, please visit The Education HUB on GOV.uk.

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