This course won’t be running in September 2024, but you might be interested in one of these degrees:
- FdSc Games Technology
- FdA Games Art
- BSc (Hons) Esports Production
- BSc (Hons) Esports Production - London
Or, you can check out BSc (Hons) Games Design which is delivered by NTU on their City Campus.
Duration:
3 years full-time for BSc (Hons)
Direct entry into year 2 or 3 available with previous HND/FdSc
Location:
Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies, Nottingham
UCAS course code:
P321
Institution code:
N91
Looking for a place in Clearing? We are accepting applications and would love to hear from you.
To discuss our entry requirements and see what we can offer you, call NTU’s Clearing hotline on +44 (0)115 848 6000.
If you've already got your results, you can also apply online.
- We accept UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications.
- GCSE English and Maths grade C / 4.
Contextual offers for UK applicants
A lower offer may be made based on a range of factors, including your background (such as where you live and the school or college you attended), your experiences and individual circumstances (you may have been in care, for example). This is called a contextual offer and we get data from UCAS to make these decisions. NTU and Confetti offer a student experience like no other and this approach helps us to find students who have the potential to succeed here but who may have faced barriers that make it more difficult to access university. Find out how we assess your application.
International qualifications
We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here:
English language entry requirements
You can meet our language requirements by successfully completing our pre-sessional English course for an agreed length of time, or by submitting the required grade in one of our accepted English language tests, such as IELTS:
Would you like some advice on your study plans?
Our international teams are highly experienced in answering queries from students all over the world. We also have members of staff based in Vietnam, China, India and Nigeria and work with a worldwide network of education counsellors. Find out more about advisors in your country.
This degree is validated by Nottingham Trent University. You can apply through UCAS.
Fees and funding:
Visit our fees & funding page for more information.
Additional Costs
Your course fees cover the cost of studies, and include loads of great benefits, such as the use of our library, support from our expert Employability team, and free use of the IT equipment across our campuses.
All course specific software and hardware is accessible on site however it is encouraged that you invest in a workstation/gaming PC to aid your study and progression into the creative media industry and more so the games industry. A suitable workstation or gaming PC can cost from £650+.
Library books
Most study modules will recommend one or more core text books, which most students choose to purchase. Book costs vary and further information is available in the University’s bookshop. Our libraries provide a good supply of essential text books, journals and materials (many of which you can access online) – meaning you may not need to purchase as many books as you might think! There may also be a supply of second-hand books available for purchase from previous year students.
Field trips
All essential field trip costs will be included in your course fees. There may be the opportunity to take part in optional field trips, which do incur additional costs.
Placements
If you're undertaking a placement year, you'll need to budget for accommodation and any travel costs you may incur whilst on placement. Many of our placement students do earn a salary whilst on placement which can help to cover these living costs.
Print and copy costs
The University allocates an annual printing and copying allowance of £20 depending on the course you are studying. For more details about costs for additional print and copying required over and above the annual allowance please see the Printing, photocopying and scanning information on the Library website.
This course focuses on the practical and theoretical disciplines and processes within the field of games technology and provides you with the industry-standard software and technology skills necessary to forge a career in the games industry.
This degree enables you to develop a fundamental understanding of the core areas of games production including the generation of games design ideas, the production of games assets and the creation of playable games using industry-standard software and hardware technologies. You’ll develop experience of using industry-standard software, study workflow methods and the working practices required in the creation of a games product.
The course content is focused on the exploration and development of specific software applications vital to games production that is enhanced by student focused investigation into industry specialists. This enables you to develop an understanding of the core areas of games production, including product development, project management and manufacturing, alongside personal investigation of key digital technologies such as games engines, 3D software and animation hardware. You’ll also benefit from Confetti’s Industry Week and partnership with the National Videogame Arcade.
You’ll complete a range of projects to help you understand the theoretical aspects of the games industry and the wider creative industries ensuring that you understand the job role requirements and legal and economic frameworks that you must work within. You’ll receive seminars, talks and live briefs from professionals currently working within the games industry, equipping you with the skills to become autonomous, self-directed industry professionals.
This course is taught at Confetti Institute of Creative Technologies in Nottingham for September 2023 entry. If you are looking to join us in September 2024, the course will be taught at Nottingham School of Art & Design.
The global games industry is built upon the use of cutting edge hardware and software and as a reflection the course is built around a focus on IT lab based lectures and workshops giving you the opportunity to develop specific software and technology skills and evaluate them in regards to your career goals. The teaching and learning methods used on the course reflect the need for you to develop a wide range of professional skills alongside your academic knowledge. The range of modules gives you the chance to advance your software skills using the latest industry standard packages.
The course will be delivered with reference to a wide range of teaching and learning styles whilst offering a variety and range of assessment methods. Lectures, seminars, tutorials, peer-to-peer teaching, technical workshops, collaborative and individual teaching and learning methods will be adopted.
93% of our degree students would recommend studying at Confetti to others. (National Student Survey 2020)
Trips
We arrange some fantastic trips for students throughout the year - recently, these experiences experiences have included a trip to EGX Eurogamer in Birmingham, the Warner Brothers Studio Tour plus many more.
What our current students think

"All the lab facilities at Confetti are up-to-date, offering you some amazing hardware to work on, with a motion capture studio!"
Saul Bookey
Advice from our alumni

“Always be writing and creating content – and streaming it, if possible. Keep building your brand. And take as many opportunities as you possibly can!”
Ibriz Daya
Assessments include practical investigation, design, planning and execution of games sequences, portfolio building, evaluative reports, reflective journals and phase tests, lab report, formal essay, case study and presentation.
Each assessment undertaken for each module will enable you to experience a variety of roles within Games Production whilst enabling you to experience industry standard software. The variety of assessments is designed to prepare you for the breadth of skills required for a career in the games industry. Assessment is clearly defined in module specifications and module guides.
You will receive formative feedback during the course, both formal and informal and from both tutors and peers. This feedback is provided to help you evaluate your progress within your production. This type of feedback is typically provided within tutorials verbally, as part of seminars, lectures or workshops and in response to project work.
A three year Bachelor degree is a great choice if you’re looking to gain a full Level 6 qualification. With a higher UCAS tariff – this type of degree is perfect for you if you prefer a more theoretical approach to your studies combined with significant elements of practice. After graduating you will be able to progress onto a postgraduate course or start your creative career.
Topping up your existing qualification
Each case will be considered individually, but if you have passed an FdSc from Confetti and decided you want to continue your studies, you’re automatically entitled to enter into the 3rd year of the equivalent BSc degree to ‘top up’ to a full honours degree.
What you'll study in year 1
This module introduces you to the technologies and practices that underpin the creation of a game technology product during its development phase. The module will introduce you to industry-standard games engines, tools and configurations while highlighting industry-standard workflow.
Within the unit you’ll be introduced to a number of elements including development and purpose of game engines, the platforms which games appear, game engine implementation, game logic and flow, how games are affected by design considerations alongside an introduction to the various languages which games are written in.
This module introduces you to audio and visual technologies and their use in the creation of assets for interactive games.
This module will introduce the use of 3D modeling and animation software to create industry-standard visual assets to the correct technical specifications for implementation within a games engine. These assets will typically be environments, environment assets, weapons, characters and/or vehicles.
Audio asset development will focus on a variety of audio production tools and techniques that will cover MIDI editing, music production and composition, Foley recording and performance, Foley sound design, voice acting, dialogue recording, editing and post-production.
There will be an emphasis on workflow studies based on the use of specialist software, which will encompass different 3D modelling, texturing and rendering techniques.
An understanding of the fundamentals of game mechanics is important in the creation of a games technology product. This module aims to provide you with the underpinning knowledge of games design and how technology decisions are influenced in relation to genre, target audience and gaming platform. You’ll be introduced to the processes involved in the initial creation of games concepts and development of interactive games through the study of Ludology and the use of gaming elements including rules and rewards. You’ll study the global and cultural development of games, the theory behind game mechanics and how that impacts on hardware and software.
This module also aims to develop your understanding of the cultural significance, historical context and the traditional narrative structure of interactive games. You’ll be given the opportunity to develop an original game design which you’ll manage from the development process through to final realisation of a technology product.
Understanding global markets and demographics is vital when developing games technology products, especially when identifying consumer trends and new market opportunities.
This module aims to develop your understanding of the specific global models and the impact of social and economic processes involved in the creation of interactive video games. You’ll investigate specific technology issues that contribute to the growth of the games industry, such as hardware and software developments, platform specific issues and economic and social trends.
You’ll study a variety of business and legal aspects of the contemporary games industry. New law protocols, such as, intellectual property, ownership, development and publishing cycles, alongside business planning will form the core of the module, with instruction and analysis of industry standards in studio organisation and management, building upon your understanding of independent and AAA games studios.
What you'll study in year 2
This module aims to build techniques and develop your understanding gained in the use of industry-standard games engines in the creation of a games level.
Throughout this module you’ll be gathering resources in relation to the integration, creation and manipulation of original 3D assets within a relevant games engine, working towards the goal of developing an original functioning game sequence.
You’re tasked with documenting, analysing and critically evaluating multiple research sources, justifying a specific engine preference, asset pipeline and workflow method for the creation of their game sequence. You’ll implement industry-standard project management techniques during the production of your level.
The module focuses on contemporary techniques and practices integral in the production of an original level design in a modern games engine, from asset lists, games pipelines, workflow methods, time management and critical theory. The production and creation of an original video game level prototype will be integral to your analysis and progression in this module.
This module will further develop and consolidate your technical knowledge of audio/visual theory and practice that was initiated in the Asset Production for Games module. You’ll be expected to undertake efficient coordination of resources and effective deployment of technology in order to create refined end products intended for a prescribed professional purpose.
You’ll be introduced to advanced modelling and sculpting techniques and will be expected to use their initiative to effectively produce original 3D character models and environment models to an industry standard.
Audio assets will focus on producing character Foley, recording dialogue and developing soundtracks. Assets created will to be to the correct technical requirements for implementation within a game engine.
You’ll be expected to critically evaluate your work in professional terms, reflecting upon the theoretical knowledge and practical skills implemented in your portfolio piece.
This module focuses on the creation of industry-standard technical documentation as part of the games development pipeline. This module will enhance your understanding and consideration of player interaction and the use of games mechanics in the development and realisation of an interactive game.
You’ll be introduced to a range of techniques and processes involved in the development and realisation of computer games, including scripting techniques, level design concepts, user interface, scenario scripts, character realisation, narrative structure, cut scenes and use of dialogue/audio.
You’ll look at the technical requirements of managing a games production and the planning of project management documents to evidence such industry-standard practices as software specifications, asset list and milestones.
Following this, you’ll produce an industry-standard game design document for an original game concept. You’re required to show a clear progression within this technical documentation with consideration paid to emotional and psychological in-game triggers. The games design document will be used in the coordination of a games production and will feature in-depth guidelines for a development team in all parts of the production process.
During this module you’ll undertake appropriate self-directed projects, working collaboratively on creative work, allowing you to directly apply the knowledge and skills learnt throughout the programme in the context of the workplace. This module aims to develop your overall professionalism and provide you with the knowledge and resources to begin a career in the creative industries.
The nature of creative industries is increasingly defined by freelance and self-employed models of work. Consequently, individuals seeking work in industry need to appreciate the pressures of working on multiple projects to strict deadlines and the subsequent demands this place on time and resources. Similarly, an understanding of professional practice and the legal and economic imperatives in industry is important, as is effective communication, self-efficacy and autonomy. This module aims to develop these skills and knowledge by challenging you to develop a range of self-directed projects.
What you'll study in your final year
This module builds upon your existing 3D modelling practices to develop an industry-standard workflow and pipeline for asset creation. These 3D assets could be specific to but not limited to characters, weapons, vehicles and/or environments.
You’ll achieve this via the use of a variety of state-of-the-art software tools and techniques. These will focus upon developing core 3D modelling principles and the implementation of custom shortcuts and interfaces via the use of 3D scripting languages.
You’ll learn how to efficiently manage an asset development cycle which will include the planning and designing of multiple game assets, all to a set brief.
You’ll look at architectural studies, product design, custom textures and materials alongside realistic lighting and rendering techniques in an industry-standard games engine.
This module aims to develop and consolidate your knowledge of computer games engines focusing on scripted languages and specific level mechanics. Emphasis will be placed upon the understanding and implementation of custom scripting using industry-standard games engines to develop original gameplay segments alongside custom menus and UI design. You’ll explore the practicalities behind standard languages to create game sequences and set scenarios in place.
You’ll critically analyse and evaluate the use of scripted sequences throughout the progression of video game development to demonstrate proficiency with script principles and programming knowledge.
This module introduces you to advanced animation techniques specifically geared towards video games production. The techniques covered will allow students to develop physics based and keyframe animations in multiple contexts. In addition to this there will be emphasis placed upon the use of motion capture hardware and software in the games industry. The focus of study will be on learning and implementing asset and character animations into industry-standard game engines.
You’ll need to develop and refine skills in all areas of game animation, including researching current trends and techniques used in the industry, kinematics, animating from observation and imagination, pre-production and post-production techniques.
This emphasis on planning, developing and the integration of original animations for games, including character, vehicle and weapon animations will aid your understanding of the processes needed to produce industry ready cut scenes, cinematic, trailers and dynamic in-game assets and events.
Utilising a broad range of skills, from 2D drawings to advanced 3D software techniques you’ll have the opportunity to create visually striking original work, which highlights the power and complexity of contemporary games engines.
This module provides you with the opportunity to undertake sustained investigation into a specific area of creative technology that builds on your previous knowledge, experience and skills acquired during levels 4 and 5. This module will allow you to explore critically a specific issue or area of personal interest within your chosen field allowing you to explore individual lines of enquiry connected to your career goals. You’ll achieve this by undertaking a self-initiated practical research project supported by tutor supervision.
As part of this investigation you’ll also enhance your abilities to communicate your findings with an audience and consolidate your skills in project management and self directed work, both of which are vital for a career within the creative media industries.
The module serves to acquaint you with the key skills and practices required to undertake and complete independent project research and to create practical creative media technology products as a response.
On this course you'll study in Confetti HQ - our brand new £9.1million digital media hub. You’ll have access to:
- Games Studios fully equipped with Workstation PCs
- Latest industry-standard software packages including Autodesk Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Unreal Engine, Unity and more
- Hardware suites focused on research and development in Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality and Motion Capture




At Confetti, we offer students the chance to ‘Do It For Real’ – get out into real industries and experience working in various roles that take their interest.
Our Talent Development team work closely with Course Leaders to link students with opportunities across the games industry. Have a read of one of our alumnus’ stories, and how studying at Confetti helped him land a job as a freelance Colour Commentator in the Esports Industry.
Guest speakers
Throughout the year, students are invited to attend various talks and events with visiting industry experts. Not long ago, the British Esports Association visited, along with Head of Education at Twitch, to deliver a fantastic talk for students about the growing industry of gaming.
The British Esports Association also held their 2019 Winter Championship Finals at Confetti’s very own Metronome – have a look through the gallery of images from the event.
Industry Week
We also hold an annual Industry Week. Like no other, we go off timetable and invite some of the biggest names in the games industry to deliver talks, workshops and seminars for our students. It’s a great opportunity for our students to gain invaluable insights and industry connections.
Past Industry Week guests have included:
- Playstation
- Rockstar Games
- The Oliver Twins
- Brenda and John Romero - Games Industry Legends
- Julia Hardy - Video Games host
Check out our OnDemand service here
Continue your education
Your time at Confetti doesn’t have to stop once you finish your undergraduate course. Choose to continue your studies on our postgraduate degrees that can help you further develop your skills and obtain the experience you need to get a head start in your career.
Future careers
- Games tester
- Lead QA
- 3D environment artist
- 2D artist
- Games designer
- Games programmer
Previous games students are working at companies, such as:
- Rockstar Games
- Riot Games
- Sumo Digital
- Ubisoft Blue Byte
- Quantic Dream
- Splash Damage
- Lockwood Publishing