Explore our always Online Open Day:

  • The navigation bar helps you jump straight to the info you want.

  • Click 'Subject' for degree course(s) and subject content.

  • Choose 'Info Hub' for studying here, student life, how to apply and more.

  • Hit 'Chat to Students' to talk directly to current Abertay students, and ask all the questions you need to. 

Most importantly, take your time to get a feel for the degree(s) you're interested in... and remember to ask all the questions you need to - we're here to help. 

And before you start, here are five good reasons to study at Abertay.

Subject Information - Computer Games

Choose a computer games degree from one of the world's best universities for videogames education* and take the first step towards a rewarding career in one of the most exciting creative industries. 

Since launching the world’s first computer games degree over 20 years ago, Abertay has been instrumental in building the city of Dundee as a global hub for computing and gaming. 

Our gaming students work in the Centre for Excellence in Computer Games Education, a studio-based learning environment filled with the latest technology.

Graduates from our four undergraduate games programmes ...

  • BA (Hons) Computer Arts

  • BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development

  • BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology

  • BA (Hons) Game Design and Production

... are in high demand in the UK and across the globe, and have gone on to work for some of the industry's heavy hitters, including Sony, Microsoft, EA, Rockstar North and 4J Studios. 

*Princeton Review

Videos

BA (Hons) Computer Arts

Computer Arts course overview

BA (Hons) Game Design and Production

Game Design and Production course overview

Differences between BA (Hons) Computer Arts and BA (Hons) Game Design and Production

BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development

Computer Game Applications Development course overview

BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology

Computer Games Technology course overview 

Info: Studying at Abertay and Living in Dundee (videos)

What better way to learn about Abertay student life and studying in Dundee than directly from our students? Select a link to choose a video.

👉 Why I chose Abertay: Ellora, Amin, Levente and more

👉 About Abertay and Dundee: Josh and Marc

👉 Being a mature student at Abertay: Rhuari 

👉 Being an International student at Abertay: Daniëlle

👉 My work placement: Marc

 👉What happens at an in-person Open Day: Various

All about Abertay Degrees

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Choosing your Abertay Degree Course

You may know what you want to study already, so select the course from our undergraduate degree course list. 

If you don’t know what you want to do, scroll through and see what grabs your attention. It'll feel like you're choosing your future, so start your research early.  Find out more on our 'Before you Apply' page. 

Don't forget to check the entry requirements

Entry requirements are the qualifications you need to have in order to study the course. They're listed on each of our undergraduate degree pages.

You need to meet these entry requirements, which are also called 'conditions'. 

Applying to Abertay

The Application Process

Find out more about about how to apply for an undergraduate degree, what to do if you don't think you're eligible, and coming to Abertay University from college. 

Apply through UCAS

Everyone normally applies to university through UCAS: the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Check out the guides below for information on when and how to apply.

Student Support

We provide high-quality, professional, free non-judgemental advice and guidance. You can bring any enquiry to SEZ and we'll do our best to help you as quickly as we can. Here are just a few ways of many:

Plus, Bell Street Ventures are here if you want to start your own business:

Bell Street Ventures: enterprise training and entrepreneurial skills for students

International Students and Studying Abroad

Our international section is full of useful help and advice for international students, so find out more there or contact our friendly International team - we're here to help you every step of the way.

Ask us anything about:

  • International academic requirements.

  • Undergraduate applications.

  • Undergraduate tuition fees.

  • Tuition fees deposits and payments.

  • Student visas.

  • Living in Dundee...and more!

If you apply to Abertay from outside the UK, the International Team will do our best to help in any way we can.

Studying Abroad

Keen to study abroad as part of your undergraduate experience? You can do it at Abertay for a year, a term or a summer. Find out how to apply to study abroad and what's involved

Undergraduate Student Guide (aka the prospectus)

Create your very own personalised Abertay Student Guide (aka the Undergraduate prospectus). This gives you loads of information about our degrees, the campus, student life and everything in between. 

Create your own digital Undergraduate Student Guide

Student tips, socialising and living in Dundee

Dive into advice from our students, the campus, social life, student accommodation and the vibrant city of Dundee.

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Tips from our Students

Socialising and Student Life

There's a lot of ways to meet people - from student societies and sports clubs to joining the gym and living in student accommodation...

Everyone is nervous when they first arrive, so joining in with the activities on offer will help you squeeze the most out of your time here.

Find out more from Tom about the social life at Abertay

 

Sports @ Abertay

Sport and physical activity at Abertay University is as much a part of university life as attending lectures and tutorials. We offer a wide range of clubs from the traditional sports such as rugby and football to the more diverse ones such as dance.

Becoming a member of a Sports Club at Abertay is a great way to stay fit, meet new people and give you that much-needed downtime after a long day of studying. Learn more about Sports Clubs here at Abertay

Student Accommodation

There are lots of student rooms for you to choose from in Parker House, who we partner with. This means you'll get an Abertay-only discounted rent, and live in a modern, purpose-built student residence. 

Watch our video about Parker House:

Parker House - Student Room (Silver)

Or go on the virtual tour:

Parker House is close to everything you'll need to have a great student experience. And it's only a few minutes walk from Abertay University.

There are different room types at a range of prices, and all are en-suite. Find all the details on the Student Rooms and Halls page.

Visit the Accommodation section of our website for full details.

Take a Campus Tour

Take a tour of our city centre campus and learn more about the university you might be studying at in the future!

 

 

Living in Dundee

Why is Dundee such a great place to be a student? Find out what Farisai has to say as she visits her favourite places in Scotland's sunniest city.

 

For more information about living here, including just how affordable Dundee can be, check out our Living in Dundee page

Ready to Apply?

We hope you've found all the information you need to help you apply for your undergraduate degree here at Abertay.  Remember: you can chat to our current students to find out all about being here.

If you're ready to take the next step, register for UCAS and start your Abertay application process. Plus if you are able to come and visit, here are all the details about our in-person open days. 

We'd love to welcome you to Abertay University here in Sunny Dundee! 

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