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Computer Games

ARU is the place to study a computer games degree. We're in the Top 10% in the country for graduate employment. The East of England is a hub for games companies, including Jagex, Frontier Developments and Ninja Theory, and our Cambridge and Chelmsford campuses offer great access to London-based companies.

Discover ARU at an Open Day

18 Jan 25

You'll benefit from:

Our courses

BA (Hons) Computer Games Art

Cambridge

BA (Hons) Computer Games Design

Cambridge and Chelmsford

BA (Hons) Computer Games Programming

Cambridge

BA (Hons) Visual Effects

Chelmsford

Starting September 2025

BA (Hons) Computer Games Art Online

Starting September 2025 – sign up to find out more

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TIGA accredited

Our BA (Hons) Computer Games Art and BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology are accredited by TIGA, the trade association representing the gaming industry in the UK - giving you a badge of excellence to show future employers.

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Unreal Academic Partner

Our BA (Hons) Computer Games Art is a member of the Unreal Academic Partner programme, which recognises university courses that have committed to providing ongoing, high quality educational opportunities with an experienced faculty, proven curricula, sufficient facilities, and resources to create positive outcomes for students with a variety of personal growth and career objectives.

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Industry-standard facilities

As a Computer Games student at ARU you'll have access to:

  • High-end computers with graphic tablets
  • Motion capture equipment
  • Render farm
  • Industry-standard SLRs (for HDRI capture)
  • HD cameras
  • Top of the range 3D modelling, animation, and compositing software including Maya, Motion Builder, 3DS Max, Mudbox, ZBrush and Unity 3D
  • Podcast and video capture system

Our Computer Games Technical Officer will be on hand to offer training and support. You can also get training in the use of all our creative facilities.