Lecturer – BA (Hons) Games Design


Company:	Leeds Arts University
Salary:	£39,764
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Leeds, LS2 9AQ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Jul 2026
Closing date:	9 Aug 2026

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Summary

Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the North of England. We have contributed significantly to the development of arts education for over 180 years, and have developed a national and international reputation based on the achievements of our students and staff.

The BA (Hons) Games Design course provides a challenging programme of study that is innovative, lively, and critically rich. This exciting course motivates students to explore both the creative and technical dimensions of designing interactive and immersive game experiences. It places emphasis on the creation of prototypes and design documents using engaging gameplay elements, level development, and the crafting of compelling narratives. This ambitious course offers an exceptional experience with access to state-of-the-art software, advanced hardware, and dedicated studio spaces equipped with industry-standard, all set within an exciting specialist arts culture that affords opportunities for exciting collaborations and innovative projects.

As a Lecturer in Games Design, you will help plan, design and deliver on the BA (Hons) Games Design degree. You will be teaching on Games Design module across all levels. Working individually and as a member of a team you will be expected to deliver teaching within a variety of settings including lectures, seminars, studio and workshops, peer reviews and individual tutorials.

The successful candidate will have a degree in a relevant subject and have knowledge and applied expertise in games design and programming, across practice, theory and concepts including prototyping, testing, and using Unity and Unreal with an emphasis on C++.

Full details of the essential and desirable criteria for this role can be found in the job description.

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Closing date: Sunday 9th August 2026 at 11:59pm

Interview date: Wednesday 19th August 2026 (in person)

Leeds Arts University is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all learners and expect our staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be made on merit, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons. In recognition of our commitment to create a diverse team that draws from our widest talent pool, we would particularly encourage applications from groups who are currently under-represented at this level, which in this case is our Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic applicants.

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