• Independent games developers and studios now make up a high percentage of the UK games industry, most producing games that are quick and easy to pick up and play and aimed at a wide audience.
  • This indie games development course equips students with the practical, theoretical, and business skills needed in order to succeed in this rapidly growing industry. This course includes an optional work placement year, at no extra cost.

    • Computer games facilities

    • See the facilities students use when they study computer games at Teesside University
    • Independent developers require a mix of technical, creative, and entrepreneurial skills to design, develop and market their games.
    • This course teaches students to develop compelling games with exciting mechanics and strong gameplay, both as individuals and as part of a team.
    • While the main focus is on the development of smaller independent games, the skills taught are also applicable to design and, production roles within large mainstream development studios.
    • Teesside has been at the forefront of computer games education for many years. This course has been designed to support the shift in the UK games industry and to prepare you for the many opportunities this shift presents.
    • Alongside the optional work placement year, students can gain valuable experience and engagement with the sector through our shorter work placements, internships, and work experience opportunities.