Nathan Dewell
Nathan is the course leader for BSc (Hons) Game Technology, bringing expertise in technical game development, real-asset workflows, and interactive worldbuilding.
I originally joined BCU as a student and found an incredibly supportive and inspiring academic environment. After graduating, I was hired into the teaching team and have continued to grow with the department. I am now a Senior Lecturer and lead the Game Technology course. My expertise spans Unity and Unreal Engine development, technical art, shaders, version control, and optimisation. I focus on teaching students how to build scalable, efficient game systems and how to work effectively in teams. I also have a research interest in using games for education, and exploring accessible game development workflows, lowering the barrier for entry.
Biography
I'm a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for Game Technology at Birmingham City University (BCU). I specialise in technical game development, real-time asset workflows, and interactive worldbuilding. I’m passionate about helping students grow their skills through hands-on, industry-focused teaching and collaborative projects.
Industry Connections
Our course team maintains strong ties with renowned names in the industry, having partnerships with Unity, Epic Games, and a few UK–based and international studios. This enables us to regularly host guest speakers, run industry panels, and engage with our industry advisory board to ensure our course stays aligned with professional expectations. Our graduates have gone to work at studios like Codemasters, Rare, and Ubisoft. As well as in Indie development, XR, simulation, and even virtual production. Others have launched their ventures or moved into adjacent digital sectors where game development skills are highly in demand.
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