Bachelor of Computer Science (Game and Mobile Development)

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About This Programme

Covers game design, graphics, and cross-platform mobile app development. Three years (Advanced Entry) or four with an Integrated Freshman Year.

Course Highlights

Game design, 3D graphics, AR/VR and mobile app development.
ACS-accredited (Australian Computer Society).
Major-project capstone; degree awarded by the University of Wollongong, Australia.
Three intakes a year.

What You'll Study

Delivered on the Dubai Knowledge Park campus (6 credit points per subject), extending the Computer Science core with a game & mobile specialisation.

Year 1 (Core)

Programming Fundamentals with Python6 credits
System Analysis6 credits
Data Management & Security6 credits
Object Oriented Design and Programming6 credits
Computing and Cyber Security Fundamentals6 credits
Networks and Communications6 credits
Introduction to Web Technology6 credits

Year 2 (Core + Major)

Algorithms and Data Structures6 credits
IT Project Management6 credits
Database Systems6 credits
Advanced / Java Programming6 credits
Mathematics for Computing6 credits
3D Modelling and Animation6 credits

Year 3 (Major + Capstone)

Interactive Computer Graphics6 credits
Game Development6 credits
Game Engine Essentials6 credits
Virtual and Augmented Reality6 credits
Mobile Application Development6 credits
Software Development Methodologies6 credits
Project (Capstone)12 credits
Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship6 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: High-school completion with curriculum-specific grades. Advanced Entry (3-year) or Direct Entry (4-year). Includes 6 cp of Emirati Studies.

English: IELTS Academic 6.0 for 3-year Advanced Entry; IELTS 5.0 for 4-year Direct Entry.

Fee is AED 63,449 per year (VAT inclusive).

Careers

Graduates become game developers, mobile app developers, multimedia programmers, immersive-technology (AR/VR) specialists and metaverse developers.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education (CAA) and KHDA-licensed; conferred by the University of Wollongong (Australia). ACS-accredited.

Professional exemptions

ACS (Australian Computer Society) accreditation

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Computer Science (Game and Mobile Development)

Start Date

September 2026 (also January & April intakes)

Typical Offer

High-school completion; IELTS 6.0 (3-yr) / 5.0 (4-yr)

Duration

3 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Computer Science

Campus

Dubai

Course Type

Game & Mobile Development major

Tuition Fee

AED 63,449/yr

Apply online at uowdubai.ac.ae. Scholarships and merit awards are available.

Enquire View University of Wollongong in Dubai

Next intakes

JanSep

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