Bachelor in Games Programming (including foundation year)

Tuition costs 26,246 USD per year. Applications for the Sep 2026 intake are open until Aug 31, 2026.

The Bachelor in Games Programming at London Metropolitan University is a degree program for students who want to learn game development. This four-year program includes a foundation year and is taught in English.

The curriculum covers subjects like Cyber Security Fundamentals, Introduction to Robotics and Internet of Things, and Programming. Students will also learn about Game Design and Development, Game Programming, and Graphics and Shader Programming. The program includes hands-on modules like Prototype Development and Work Related Learning for Games and Animation.

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as Game Programmers, Software Engineers, Game Developers, Graphics Programmers, or Artificial Intelligence Engineers. They can work in the gaming industry, tech companies, or other related fields.

London Metropolitan University is an urban university formed through merger in 2002 and based across central London campuses, including Holloway, Aldgate and Shoreditch. Serving over twelve thousand students, the university focuses on inclusive education, employability and applied research that responds to the needs of a global city. Its central location gives students direct access to London’s cultural institutions, businesses and creative industries.

The curriculum spans business, arts, media, law, education and social sciences with programs designed to combine academic study and vocational skills. London Met emphasizes research in areas such as social justice, public health and the environment, and provides industry-linked learning through placements and professional partnerships. Students benefit from practical workshops, studio spaces and employer-focused projects that build portfolios and workplace readiness.

International students join a diverse community representing many countries and receive dedicated services for admissions, visa guidance and academic support. The university’s commitment to widening participation creates a welcoming environment with additional mentoring and career guidance. Living and studying in London offers unparalleled internship and networking opportunities, and graduates leave with practical experience and city-based connections that support transition into professional roles both locally and internationally.