Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science (Games Development)

Video games are a critical application area for computer science and is lucrative billion dollar industry. This degree incorporates the latest games development technologies like virtual reality, 3D Graphics and Animation with artificial intelligence to bring out the best in game designing.

The programme is delivered via lectures, seminars, workshops, business games and simulations and directed independent study. This will be supported through

• The creation of a learning environment which fosters debate and constructive argument;
• Modules which encourage students to critically assess theory and leading edge practice with a view to creating new concepts and practices for the future;
• Practical projects which foster originality of thought and enterprise.

Students will be able to produce high standard graphics, narratives and interaction design, and equip themselves with the skills to develop virtual reality systems. 

Eligibility

Applicants must submit an application in line with the procedures and deadlines set out on the UOL website.

AGE REQUIREMENTS

18 years old

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS

Singapore-Cambridge GCE ‘A’ level Examination in the English medium and must have obtained all of the following:

• At least two passes in subjects at H2 level with One H1 Level pass and attempted General Paper (GP) or Knowledge & Inquiry (KI)
  OR
• Formal International Year 12 Education
  OR
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma awarded by the International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO)
  OR
• Polytechnic Diploma Holder in any field of study from a local polytechnic in Singapore
  OR
• BTEC level 4 HNC in Computing and Systems Development

Diploma or Advanced Diploma from private education institutions of Singapore with the Minimum Entry Requirements of at least O Levels / NITEC / Higher NITEC

ENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

If English is not the medium of studies or learning in the high school or taken as a 2nd language, a good score in TOEFL or IELTS International English Language Testing System: 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each sub-test. or SAT or ACT in Writing is required.

For the University of London English requirements please refer to https://london.ac.uk/applications/how-apply/english-requirements#proficiency-tests

Further the following awards also satisfy English language requirements

• Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English.
• Pearson Test of English (Academic) – an overall score of 59 or above, with at least 59 in both the reading and writing tests and at least 54 in the speaking and listening tests;
• Cambridge English Language 1119 conducted by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (grade 6).
• Hong Kong Examination Authority Advanced level Use of English (grade C).
• Hong Kong Certificate of Education English Language, Syllabus B (grade C).
• Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination (HKCEE) English Language section from 2007 (level 3).
• Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE): English Language (level 3).
• International General Certificate of Education (IGCSE): English as a Second Language (grade B).

Awards issued by the following authorities are accepted for all undergraduate courses, provided they have been awarded within the past three years:

• Hong Kong, an associate degree, higher diploma or degree awarded by an acceptable university.
• Hong Kong Examinations Authority AS ‘Use of English’ (grade E).
• International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE): English as a Second Language (grade C).
• Malaysia, an accredited foundation programme, diploma or degree awarded by an acceptable institute.
• Malaysia, HELP Foundation programme: Advanced English module (accepted for degrees led by LSE and the International Foundation Programme).
• Malaysian Certificate of Education / Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia: English Language (122 or 322) grade C (6).
• PSB Academy Diploma (at least 9 months full-time or 12 months part-time in duration).
• Singapore Polytechnic: a diploma awarded by an acceptable polytechnic in Singapore.

MATURE APPLICANTS

Candidates who are at least 30 years of age with at least 8 years of working experience (after graduation from Junior College) as at 1st July of the admission year may apply for admission as Mature Applicants

To qualify as a mature applicant, you are required to submit a Personal Statement of not more than 200 words and 2 Referee Reports from at least one employer. Shortlisted applicants may be required to attend an interview

Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) – Entry to Year 2 onwards

Polytechnic Diploma Holder in the relevant of study from a local polytechnic in Singapore

Diploma or Advanced Diploma from private education institutions of Singapore with prior entry requirements as GCE ‘A’ level Examination or Equivalent in the Diploma Level

The transcript from your diploma course must demonstrate that you have read and passed the equivalents of essential modules. APL is approved by the university.

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