Study a BA (Hons) Games Design degree in Manchester and gain the creative. technical and professional skills needed to work in the games industry. Learn game mechanics, level design, narrative design, Unreal Engine, prototyping and 3D modelling while creating playable game experiences and building a professional portfolio.
Futureworks Games Design teaching staff are all active in the games industry, with experience developing award-winning games with AAA games development companies. Games Design students can access these real-world connections to start building their professional network.
This award is validated by The Open University.
Games Design graduates leave with a springboard into the games industry. They can go into roles such as:
Futureworks Games Design graduates have gone on to work for games developers including; Supermassive Games, Sumo Digital, Rockstar, Rebellion Games, Ubisoft, d3t, Codemasters, Lucid Games and Cloud Imperium Games!
To be considered for this course, you will require 104-120 UCAS points.
This could be gained via a number of qualifications, for example:
You can apply for this course by applying directly to Futureworks. Alternatively, you can apply via the UCAS system. The UCAS codes for this course are as follows:-
UCAS Code: WG24
Institution Code: F98
If you have any questions please call us on 0161 214 4602 or email admissions@futureworks.ac.uk
Successful applications will receive an offer directly from Futureworks (and via your UCAS application if you applied through UCAS).
More information on our admissions process can be found in the Student Recruitment and Admissions Policy in the Policy Hub
Our Games Design degree combines creative exploration with industry-led learning to help you develop the knowledge, practical skills and professional portfolio needed for a career in the games industry. You’ll be taught by tutors currently working in the industry who bring professional practice and real-world insights into the classroom, you could even find opportunities to make industry connections as a student!
We have small class sizes, meaning you’ll get lots of individual support, regular feedback and direct access to tutors throughout your studies. At Futureworks, you’re a name, not just a number.
Whether you’re looking to build specialist expertise, develop an industry-ready portfolio or take the next step towards a creative career, a Games Design degree at Futureworks provides a supportive, industry-focused environment for you to grow.
Futureworks Games Design graduates have gone on to work for a range of organisations across the creative industries. Alumni have secured roles with employers including Rockstar Games, Ubisoft and EA Games. Graduate outcomes vary and depend on factors such as individual experience, portfolio quality, and available opportunities at the time of graduation.
Manchester has plenty of independent student accommodation providers to choose from!
See our student accommodation guidance and a list of providers here.
All of our courses are £9,790 per year for home students, and £17,000 per year for international students.
Read more about fees, funding and student finance options, here.
Yes! We currently offer four financial support funds to eligible students:
Read more about these funds and eligibility here.
At Futureworks, we offer 1-1 pastoral care and a free in-house councelling service for all students. Speak to our Student Wellbeing team about mental health, financial worries, disability support, or anything else that worrying you.
Read more about our Student Wellbeing services here.
