Games Technology Coventry University

Overview

Gain industry and entrepreneurial experience and prepare for roles such as gameplay or engine programmer at Games Technology program from Coventry University.

This course is designed for professionals in any computational discipline with an interest in games technology. Advance your programming experience and skills in C++ and C# with a focus on game engines and collaborative development.

• Develop the key skills you need to succeed in industry-relevant roles such as gameplay programming, engine programming, technical art, or tools programming.
• Engage in teamwork and collaborative projects with industry-standard version control approaches. Build a strong portfolio.

• Modules are designed to help you create portfolio artifacts that are directly aligned with assessments. This includes the outputs of three individual projects, a group project and a dissertation.

• Advance your software development skills in C++ and C#, game engines such as Unity and Unreal, and explore emerging technologies like AR/VR.

• Enhance your algorithmic design skills to translate them into effective GPU and CPU programming. This should empower you to tackle research-oriented problems with greater capacity. Build a high-quality portfolio of artefacts you can use when applying for jobs.

• Participate in Global Game Jam.

• There are many local game societies based around Leamington Spa (Silicon Spa) and regular industry events throughout the West Midlands that you may be able to attend and join.
• Gain practical experience and boost your CV with an additional professional placement.