Computer Games Programming MSci/BSc (Hons)

Undergraduate

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Develop advanced programming, mobile game engine and real-time computing skills through hands-on projects, industry collaboration and modern technologies, preparing you for roles in the game and software industries.

Course option

Degree with foundation year

Year of entry

2026-27 2027-28

Location

Coventry University (Coventry)

Study mode

Full-time
Sandwich

Duration

BSc:
3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
MSci:
4 years full-time
5 years sandwich

UCAS codes

G454 / G455

Start date

September 2027
November 2027
January 2028
March 2028
May 2028
July 2028

How to apply

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Course overview

Ideal for aspiring programmers who are passionate about games and want to build them from the ground up. Gain hands-on experience in designing, coding and optimising interactive experiences across multiple platforms, while learning how to use commercial game engines and apply computational problem-solving techniques. With a focus on real-time programming, artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing, you will have the opportunity to develop advanced technical skills and prepare for roles in the games industry and related technology sectors.

Develop and extend game engines, mastering real-time graphics, mobile game development, AI and optimisation.
Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools such as Unity and Unreal.
Build a strong personal portfolio through both individual projects and collaborative projects with designers and artists.²

Rated Gold Overall

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023

5 QS Stars for Teaching and Facilities

QS Stars University Ratings

Top 5 Student City in England (Coventry)

QS Best Student Cities Index 2026

Why you should study this course

Portfolio development built into the course: every project and assignment contributes to your professional portfolio, ensuring you graduate with demonstrable work that showcases your technical and creative abilities.
Hands-on learning: gain practical experience in programming, game engine usage and game optimisation through structured labs, group projects, and assessed industry-based assignments that are a core part of the course.
Access to industry-standard tools and facilities: as part of your learning, you’ll work directly with technologies such as Unreal Engine and Unity, with access to VR suites and high-performance computing labs.⁴
Integrated Master of Science (MSci): you can join the MSci in two ways:
- Direct entry: apply straight onto the MSci if you meet the higher entry requirements.
- Transfer during your studies: if you start on the BSc and achieve strong results, you may be able to transfer onto the MSci later in your course. This flexibility means you could progress to the full master’s level qualification (subject to meeting progression requirements) while paying undergraduate fees.
Optional career-enhancing experiences: beyond the taught curriculum, you may have opportunities to take part in game jams, networking events, and internships, which can further expand your professional experience and connections.²

What you'll study

Your first year is shared with students from closely related courses. This approach allows you to learn alongside other disciplines, broaden your perspective and develop strong collaboration skills from the very start.

The common first year also offers flexibility. If you discover a stronger interest in another subject area, you may have the opportunity to transfer to a related course at the end of the year, subject to meeting progression requirements.

Common first year courses:

Animation BA (Hons)
Computer Games Programming MSci/BSc (Hons)
Digital Media BA (Hons)
Games Art BA (Hons)
Games Design and Development BA (Hons)

Modules

Concept Development, Prototyping and Design – 30 credits

In this module, you will work collaboratively in a team to develop an engaging concept into a minimum viable product prototype for exhibition and promotion. You will explore concept development and prototyping in animation, games, film and digital media. You will refine ideas through prototypes, engage with audiences and build on your ability to communicate your creative practice.

You should learn to:

articulate intentions through a range of creative outcomes in creative technologies
record and reflect on project experiences and activities in the development of personal practice
reflect interpersonal skills and capabilities when engaging with stakeholders, project negotiation and development.

Compulsory

Hack Lab and Creative Play – 30 credits

Experiment, play and hack your way through exciting projects designed to help you develop skills in creative technologies across games, animation, digital media and more. This module explores experimental approaches to design and development, allowing you to understand creative play as a methodology. You will work in interdisciplinary teams to develop prototype projects using rapid prototyping.

You should learn to:

apply problem-solving capabilities to define, develop and refine creative ideas
recognise and respond creatively to real-world challenges within creative technologies
engage with creative thinking techniques and experimental processes to develop personal understanding and practice.

Compulsory

Interactive Narratives and Immersive Experiences – 30 credits

Create engaging virtual worlds, tell epic stories and immerse your audiences in experiences using new and emerging technologies. This module expands your understanding of how games, film and animation engage audiences in interactive narratives and immersive experiences. You will respond to a creative brief, applying your discipline knowledge within the evolving context of the broader creative industries.

You should learn to:

identify how cultural and contextual factors influence project opportunities and outcomes
select and curate information to support the conceptualisation and refinement of audience-specific creative outcomes in creative technologies
engage with emerging debates, information and observations to inform personal responses and directions.

Compulsory

Skills Lab – 30 credits

Every hero needs a unique set of skills, and Skills Lab helps you develop your skill set across creative technologies. Explore areas like 2D and 3D design, creative concepts and programming. This module aims to position you as a creator, building your skills in the development of relevant creative artefacts such as games, animated film, and experimental and digital art installations. Refine processes and techniques relevant to your discipline to shape your own skills development.

You should learn to:

develop ideas and practical solutions through specialist making techniques and processes in creative technologies
respond to practical challenges and reflect on their relative value in the context of your developing professional/codes of practice
reflect on and refine ongoing project work to embrace personal interests and recognise potential career aspirations.

Compulsory

Modules

Artificial Intelligence for Game Development – 30 credits

Discover how artificial intelligence (AI) makes enemies smarter, allies more believable and NPCs feel alive. Learn the core AI techniques used in commercial game engines and how to design characters that are fun and challenging to play against.

Explore pathfinding, decision-making systems and state machines, before moving into advanced methods like fuzzy logic, Markov models and even machine learning. By the end of this module, you should know how to use AI to bring characters to life in a way that feels dynamic, efficient and realistic.

Compulsory

Graphics and Physics Programming for Game Development – 30 credits

Modern players expect games to feel alive, with smooth movement, realistic interactions and stunning visuals. Discover how to draw objects on screen, animate them with motion and ensure they respond naturally when they collide.

Dive into the maths, algorithms and programming techniques used in today’s games, exploring the graphics pipeline, shaders, lighting, shading and colour, along with texturing and matrix transformations that shape how objects look and move. Study physics engines, motion in games, collision detection and collision response, giving you the tools to build believable, interactive worlds.

Understand how to bring graphics and physics together to create immersive, dynamic game experiences.

Compulsory

Professional Development in Emerging Technologies – 30 credits

The games industry never stands still. With new tools, platforms and technologies constantly reshaping how games are made and played, developers need to be adaptable, collaborative and ready for change.

Explore how to integrate emerging technologies like virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and new input systems into your projects. At the same time, develop professional skills in teamwork, project management, agile development and software engineering practices, mirroring how real studios work. Look at industry ethics, software testing and quality assurance, while learning how to polish game projects to a professional standard.

Through hands-on projects, sharpen your technical expertise and employability, discovering how to showcase your skills, meet industry expectations and prepare to shape the future of interactive entertainment.

Compulsory

Experimental Games Project – 30 credits

Extend your understanding of playful experimentation in game development by engaging in challenges with new and emerging technologies. This module encourages you to experiment with evolving technologies, apply iterative processes and develop creative outputs. Embrace change and challenge preconceptions in the games industry as you prepare to operate within an uncertain and evolving professional landscape.

You should learn to:

organise and apply problem-solving approaches to define, develop and refine creative ideas and outcomes in games
formulate discipline-relevant creative responses to real-world challenges
challenge ideas through experimental processes to extend personal understanding and practice.

Compulsory

A placement year² provides optional first-hand industry experience and helps you discover where your skills and interests truly lie. Taken between your second and final years, it allows you to step into a professional environment, apply your learning and gain valuable insight into your chosen sector.

By spending an extended period in industry, you should develop confidence, build professional networks and strengthen the transferable skills that employers value most. This experience offers a powerful way to explore career paths and return to your final year with real -world expertise and a clearer sense of direction.

Key opportunities

Complete an approved work placement: gain practical experience aligned with your course and career ambitions, typically lasting at least 26 weeks.
Reflect on professional development: recognise and document the specific skills, knowledge and experience you gain during your time in industry.
Broaden your global perspective: optionally undertake an international work or study placement to experience a different professional or cultural context.

While this optional year is non-credit-bearing, successful completion ensures your experience is formally recognised on your final degree certificate to showcase your expertise to future employers.

Students sponsored by the University who opt for an international work placement must ensure they comply with the UKVI immigration regulations and should contact us for further guidance.

Modules

Advanced Graphics for Games – 30 credits

As gaming technology evolves, you’ll need to create realistic and visually impressive experiences that meet players’ high expectations. Explore advanced graphics concepts such as Physically Based Rendering (PBR) and procedural generation, applying them across the full digital content creation pipeline.

Develop skills in 3D modelling, designing props, environments and characters while following best practices for asset creation. Learn about rendering, understanding the differences between real-time in-engine workflows and pre-rendered approaches, and animation, bringing props and characters to life for dynamic gameplay.

Using game engines, import, combine, and optimise multiple asset types, applying PBR techniques to work with modern lighting and texturing systems. Explore procedural generation, learning how to automatically create assets and environments while evaluating their creative potential and limitations.

By the end of this module, you should have the skills to create and integrate advanced, optimised graphics that bring game worlds to life, meeting both technical challenges and the high expectations of modern players.

Compulsory

Network Programming for Game Development – 30 credits

Developing games for online and distributed play comes with unique technical challenges. Learn how to build both server and client software using a leading commercial game engine, gaining hands-on experience in creating scalable network architectures that handle issues like latency, server load and limited bandwidth.

Explore game security and cybersecurity, learning how to protect sensitive player data and defend against hacks, cheats and exploits. This will help you design games that are secure, stable and resistant to unauthorised activity.

Examine topics such as networking foundations, including distributed simulations, server vs. client architectures, latency, interpolation and predictive techniques like deduced reckoning. Focus on game security, learning defensive programming, identifying vulnerabilities, and using predictive models for anti-cheat measures. Explore cybersecurity principles, including data governance, cryptography, hashing and tools to safeguard modern online games.

By the end of this module, you should have the skills to design and implement high-performing, secure networked games, preparing you for the technical realities of online game development in today’s industry.

Compulsory

Advanced Game Technology Mobile and Engine Tools – 30 credits

The modern games industry is always changing, and developers need to adapt to new technologies and work across different platforms. Gain the technical and professional skills to meet these challenges, focusing on mobile game development and game engine extensions.

Learn how to design and optimise games for mobile platforms, tackling the constraints of low-powered devices, battery life and non-traditional interfaces. Explore the wider mobile ecosystem, including publishing, monetisation models, platform requirements and data privacy considerations.

Dive into game engine architecture, gaining experience in extending large codebases, integrating middleware and creating custom tools to streamline workflows. Through hands-on projects, build engine extensions, mobile applications and in-editor tools that reflect real industry practice.

By the end of this module, you should be able to create and optimise mobile games, extend game engines and design custom tools, giving you the skills needed for careers in game development, technical design, and software engineering.

Compulsory

Individual Project - 30 credits

The Individual Project is your chance to bring together everything you’ve learned during your degree in one substantial piece of work. You’ll have the opportunity to show your technical expertise, creativity and independence by tackling a real-world problem or area of interest within your discipline.

Develop valuable skills in research, project planning and professional practice, while demonstrating your ability to design, implement and evaluate a complete solution. This project is also a great opportunity to create a portfolio piece that showcases your abilities to future employers or for further study.

Compulsory

Modules

Technical Graphics - 30 credits

Learn how to create high-quality 3D visuals for games using advanced technical processes. Develop skills in shader programming, particle systems, and GPU-based effects to bring realistic and visually striking environments to life.

Explore the physics and mathematics behind visual effects, translating light, motion and mechanics into code, while learning to balance realism with artistic style to achieve compelling results. Gain an introduction to procedural and AI-driven techniques, giving you insight into how modern studios create complex worlds efficiently and the ethical debates surrounding these tools.

By the end of this module, you should be able to design and implement sophisticated graphics systems that push both performance and creativity in game development, covering topics such as physics-based effects, GPU shader programming, artistic visual design, procedural content generation and ethical considerations of AI-driven tools.

Compulsory

Game Engines - 30 credits

Go behind the scenes of game engines, exploring how their core systems, like animation, physics and rendering, work together. Learn how to design and implement these systems for performance, scalability and integration.

Through hands-on development, build your own game engine from the ground up using a low-level programming language. Work with modern APIs, apply advanced programming practices and manage large, complex codebases. Integrate third-party middleware, test performance, and optimise systems for efficiency.

By the end of this module, you should have the technical and practical expertise to understand, design and develop sophisticated game engines, giving you valuable skills for careers in game technology and software engineering.

Compulsory

Serious Games - 30 credits

Games aren’t just for entertainment, they can also teach, train and make a real difference in people’s lives. Gain an introduction to the field of serious games, where game design is used to create meaningful impact in areas like education, healthcare, training and social change.

Explore the theories, methods and technologies behind serious game design, learning how to create engaging and effective interactive experiences that go beyond fun. Through hands-on prototyping, user testing and critical reflection, gain the skills to design, build and evaluate serious games using commercial engines and emerging technologies such as VR and AR.

By the end of this module, you should know how to design serious games that are impactful and innovative, measure their success, and critically assess their role in solving real-world problems.

Compulsory

Going Cross-Platform: Console Game Development - 30 credits

Modern studios want their games to reach as many players as possible, which means making titles that run smoothly across multiple consoles and platforms. Gain advanced technical knowledge and hands-on skills to design and optimise high-performance, cross-platform games.

Learn how modern game engines work at their core, explore how consoles handle CPU/GPU interactions and use tools like shaders to harness the power of parallel computing. Along the way, develop the ability to optimise performance, debug efficiently and deliver a consistent gameplay experience across different platforms.

By the end of this module, you should understand the architectures, tools and best practices used in professional console game development and be ready to apply them in real-world scenarios.

Compulsory

We regularly review our course content to keep it relevant and current for our students. Consequently, we may update modules to reflect the latest industry standards.

How you'll learn

Teaching and learning methods may include:

lectures
seminars
tutorials
presentations
group projects
workshops
practical studio sessions
practical lab sessions.

Throughout your course, you may have the opportunity to attend hackathons and game jams, where you can showcase your skills and collaborate under time pressure (optional, subject to availability).

Teaching contact hours

As a full-time undergraduate student, you will study modules totalling 120 credits each academic year. You will normally study one 30-credit module at a time. A typical 30-credit module requires a total of 300 hours of study made up of teaching contact hours, guided and independent study.

Teaching hours

Teaching hours may vary depending on your year of study and selected modules. During your first year, you can expect 12-15 teaching hours each week. You will also have the option to attend additional sessions, including time with a progress coach or to meet with staff for advice and feedback. As you progress through your studies, teaching hours may reduce.

Guided and independent study

Throughout your studies, you will be expected to spend time in guided and independent study to make up the required study hours per module. You’ll be digging deeper into topics, review what you’ve learned and complete assignments. This can be completed around your personal commitments. As you progress through your studies, you’ll spend more time in independent study.

Online learning

As an innovative university, we use different teaching methods including online tools and emerging technologies. So, some of your teaching hours and assessments may be delivered online.

Assessment

This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which will vary depending upon the module.

Assessment methods may include:

game development projects – showcasing programming and design skills
technical reports and presentations - communicating complex ideas effectively
industry-based mock assignments – addressing real-world challenges in game development.
group work for presentations, lab projects and reports
individual presentations
online tests
essays and critical reviews of scientific topics
case studies
posters and other information resources (e.g. videos, websites, briefing papers).

The Coventry University Group assessment strategy ensures that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

Entry requirements

Typical entry requirements:

Requirement	What we're looking for
UCAS points	BSc (Hons): 120 MSci: 128
A level	BSc (Hons): BBB to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Technology. Excludes General Studies MSci: ABB to include one from Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Further Mathematics, Computer Science, Computing or Design Technology. Excludes General Studies
GCSE	BSc (Hons): GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards. MSci: GCSE maths and English at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
BTEC	BSc (Hons): DMM in IT or a technical subject MSci: DDM in IT or a technical subject
IB Diploma	BSc (Hons): 29 points to include either Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology or IT at Higher level MSci: 31 points to include either Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Design Technology or IT at Higher level
Access to HE	BSc (Hons): The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits in either Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Statistics. Plus GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above MSci: The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits all at merit or above in either Mathematics, Physics, Computer Science or Statistics. Plus GCSE English Language and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above

Other qualifications and experience

Our students come from a variety of backgrounds, each with a unique story. We recognise a breadth of qualifications. If your qualifications differ from the above, contact our Admissions Team who will be happy to discuss your qualifications and routes into your chosen course.

Contextual/Fair Access Offers

If you meet the criteria for our Fair Access Offer, you could automatically receive a contextual offer which is 16 UCAS points lower than our standard entry requirements. View the criteria for our Fair Access Offer.

Select your region to find detailed information about entry requirements:

You can view our full list of country specific entry requirements on our Entry requirements page.

Alternatively, visit our International hub for further advice and guidance on finding in-country agents and representatives, joining our in-country events and how to apply.

English language requirements

IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no component lower than 5.5

If you don't meet the English language requirements, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For more information on our approved English language tests visit our English language requirements page.

Not got the required grades? We offer this degree with an integrated foundation year.

Fees and funding

Student	Full-time	Part-time
UK	2027/28 fees TBC 2026/27 fees: £9,790 per year	Not available
International	2027/28 fees TBC 2026/27 fees: £20,800 per year	Not available

If you choose to study this course with a professional placement² or study abroad year, you will need to pay a tuition fee³ to cover your academic support throughout your placement year. Students commencing their professional placement in the academic year 2028/29 will pay £1,575 if they are paying UK fees, or £1,900 if they are paying international fees.

For advice and guidance on tuition fees and student loans visit our Undergraduate Finance page and see The University’s Tuition Fee and Refund Terms and Conditions.

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the table above for the first Academic Year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, if Parliament permits an increase in tuition fees, the university may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with the Retail Price Index (RPI), a UK measure of inflation that tracks changes in the cost of living.

If you choose to study this course with a professional placement or study abroad year, the University will charge the tuition fees stated above for those on a placement during Academic Year 2028/29. The University will review professional placement tuition fees each year. For UK (home) students, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study, but such that it will be no more than 5% above RPI.

For international students, we may increase fees each year, but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (e.g. to repeat a year or resit examinations) you may be charged the tuition fees in force at the time you take that additional period of study, and/or in line with any legislative changes that apply at that time.

We offer a range of International scholarships to students all over the world. For more information, visit our International Scholarships page.

Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching, assessments, facilities and support services. There may be additional costs not covered by this fee such as accommodation and living costs, recommended reading books, stationery, printing and re-assessments should you need them. Find out what's included in your tuition costs.

The following are additional costs not included in the tuition fees:

Any optional overseas ﬁeld trips or visits: £400+ per trip.
Any costs associated with securing, attending or completing a placement (whether in the UK or abroad) which may include costs of travel, accommodation, equipment or uniform required for the placement and any visa-related costs.

*Irish student fees

The rights of Irish residents to study in the UK are preserved under the Common Travel Area arrangement. If you are an Irish student and meet the residency criteria, you can study in England, pay the same level of tuition fees as English students and utilise the Tuition Fee Loan.

How do you know if you need to pay UK or international tuition fees?

We assess your fee status using the information in your application. This status determines your tuition fees and the scholarships or financial support you can get. The Department for Education sets the rules for who pays UK (home) or international (overseas) fees in England.

The regulations list which students can pay the home fee rate. Because these rules are complex, the UK Council for International Student Affairs (UKCISA) provides fee status guidance to help you find the right category. If you meet all the criteria for one category, your institution must charge you the home rate.

Facilities

Your studies will be centred in high-specification learning environments that benefit from extensive social learning facilities, well-appointed laboratories, industry-standard equipment, lecturing facilities and classrooms, facilitating our innovative teaching methods across a diverse suite of courses.

Games lab
The games lab provides a high-performance digital environment for games development and interactive media. It's equipped with high-end gaming PCs suitable for work across a range of software and engines, whether you’re developing games, creating stunning art pieces or shaping art direction.
Hack labs
Find out how things work in our dedicated hack labs. Deconstruct the latest technologies and devices, then remake or repurpose them to understand their design. Our digital hack lab offers the freedom to test and challenge the code that underpins software and platforms.
Immersive, 360 motion-capture studio
Create 360° content for film, games, AR, VR, and mixed reality environments in this purpose-built motion-capture studio. You’ll have access to industry-standard technology used by professional studios to produce blockbuster films and top-selling games.

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Facilities are subject to availability⁴. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised and/or may have reduced availability or restrictions where the university is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders.

Careers and opportunities

Upon successfully graduating this course, you may wish to engage with the technical and engineering aspects of the broader video and computer games industry. This may include working for large studios as part of a team of developers, focused on coding the software which underpins modern games.

Alternatively, you may wish to participate in the expanding application of game engine technologies to alternative sectors, such as the automotive, media, architectural and military industries. As such, you could leverage the skills taught by the course to repurpose and extend existing games technologies to suit the requirements of these sectors.

The graduate destinations listed above illustrate potential career paths. You may need to gain additional qualifications or practical experience, pass professional examinations, complete training, cover associated costs and meet specific visa or immigration requirements to secure employment in these fields.

Where our graduates work

Successful graduates of this course have gone on to work for a range of companies, these include:

Pixel Toys
Codemasters
Sumo Digital
Playground Games
Cloud Imperium Games
Rare Ltd
Unity Technologies
Criterion Games.

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International students

International codes:
BSc: EESU074
MSci: EESU073

How to apply

For further support for international applicants applying for an undergraduate degree view our International hub.

You can also download our International mini guide for an overview of study options and why you should study with us.

Get in touch with us today for further advice and guidance.

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Disclaimers

Coventry University, Coventry University London, Coventry University Wrocław, CU Coventry, CU London, CU Scarborough, and Coventry University Online come together to form part of the Coventry University Group (the University) with all degrees awarded by Coventry University.

¹Accreditations, partnerships and memberships

Some of our courses have been formally recognised by professional bodies, which means the courses have been reviewed and tested to ensure they reach a set standard. In some instances, studying on an accredited course can give you additional benefits such as exemptions from professional exams (subject to availability, fees may apply. See the relevant body website for more details). Accreditations, partnerships, exemptions and memberships are subject to successful renewal in accordance with the relevant bodies’ standard review process and subject to the University maintaining the same high standards of course delivery. If the accreditation, recognition or membership of this course changes, we will notify applicants and students as soon as possible.

²UK and international opportunities

Please note that we are unable to guarantee any UK or international opportunities (whether required or optional) such as internships, work experience, field trips, conferences, placements or study abroad opportunities and that all such opportunities may be unpaid and/or subject to additional costs (which could include, but is not limited to, equipment, materials, bench fees, studio or facilities hire, travel, accommodation and visas), competitive application, availability and/or meeting any applicable travel, public authority guidance, decisions or orders and visa requirements. Before seeking an overseas placement, read our visa advice page.

³Tuition fees

The University will charge the tuition fees that are stated in the above table for the first academic year of study. The University will review tuition fees each year.

For UK (home) students, if the Parliament permit an increase in tuition fees, the University may increase fees for each subsequent year of study in line with any such changes. Note that any increase is expected to be in line with inflation.

For international students, we may increase fees annually but such increases will be no more than 5% above inflation. If you defer your course start date or have to extend your studies beyond the normal duration of the course (for example to repeat a year or resit examinations) you may be charged the tuition fees in force at the time you take that additional period of study, and/or in line with any legislative changes that apply at that time.

⁴Facilities

Facilities are subject to availability. Access to some facilities (including some teaching and learning spaces) may vary from those advertised. Availability and access may be reduced or restricted when the University is following public authority guidance, decisions or orders or internal health and safety requirements.

Student Contract

By accepting your offer of a place and enrolling with us, a Student Contract will be formed between you and the University. A copy of the current 2025/26 contract is available for information purposes only. The 2027/28 contract will apply to the 2027/28 intakes and may differ from the current version. The Contract details your rights and the obligations you will be bound by during your time as a student and contains the obligations that the University will owe to you. You should read the applicable Student Contract carefully before you accept an offer of a place and before you enrol at the University.