Why study Computer Games Technology at Abertay?
Become a sought-after games programmer at one the top Computer Games Universities in Europe (Princeton Review 2025). Join our world-leading, professionally accredited Computer Games Technology degree and study the engines and hardware that make computer games work.
You’ll create your own game prototypes, showcasing current techniques using the latest technologies. This means diving into game development through subjects like graphics, network and AI programming on console and PC, and by building your own game engine. Work experience options, like intern opportunities and working with leading games companies, are designed to help make you even more employable.
The course was created in consultation with the games sector, a direct response to the acute shortage of games programmers. For example, we have one of the UK's largest PlayStation 5 labs and the development kits are fully integrated within the curriculum.
Top European School for video games design*
Abertay is the top European School for video games design for the 2nd year in a row (*Princeton Review 2025 and 2026). This year is our best ever performance in the Princeton Review’s global rankings for video games education, where Abertay is the top International School and number one in Europe.
In addition, this degree has been accredited by BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT and TIGA, the trade association representing the video games industry. Find out more.