Developed by industry veterans this Master’s in Game Development provides you with the skills you need to gain an edge in the competitive world of videogame development. Your mentors have a combined experience of more than 30 years in the games industry, having worked on AAA franchises including Crysis, Star Wars: Battlefront, Prey, Sniper Elite, Aliens vs. Predator and Bioshock.
Building on your existing skills in art, programming or games design – this course offers you the flexibility to choose the topics that interest you and will help you specialise within a particular field. Topics include technical art, procedural generation algorithms, photogrammetry, environment design, machine learning, data analytics, game theory and design.
Building on your established knowledge in a computer science or game-related subject, you’ll explore specialist topics through lectures and tutorial sessions. You’ll be assessed through coursework to give you an additional portfolio piece – to further increase your employability.
In the third semester, you have the option of embarking on a summer industry placement, putting the skills you’ve learned into action inside a professional game development company.
We normally require an honours degree of 2.2 or above in a games or computer science related discipline with a substantial software development component.
Applicants failing to meet this requirement may still be eligible for entry if they can demonstrate a strong personal portfolio of related works in an interview with a member of the course staff.
Please read the entry requirements for your country – and you’re welcome to contact our admissions team if you have questions.
Here's an example of the types of modules you'll study (the contents and structure of the course are reviewed occasionally, but it is unlikely that there will be significant change).
Module information is not available for this programme.
Students usually support themselves through the postgraduate loan, private savings, family support or sponsorship from an employer. For advice and guidance on your funding options, contact the Money Advice team at moneyadvice@glos.ac.uk or call 01242 714535.
UoG graduates receive up to 20% off postgraduate tuition fees. Terms apply.
| Start date | Location | Course code | Total Fee (UK) | Total Fee (international) |
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| Sep 2024 | Park, Cheltenham | — | £9,350 | £17,100 |
| Sep 2025 | Park, Cheltenham | — | TBC | TBC |
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International students can benefit from a range of scholarships and bursaries across many undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. |
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At UoG we create a climate for bravery and growth. We instil confidence in all our students, so you can graduate career-ready and meet your ambitions.
96% of our graduates are in work or further study*, but if you’re not in a job 6 months after graduating we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support, followed by the offer of a paid internship to kickstart your career – plus we’ll commit to lifetime career coaching. Eligibility conditions apply**
Discover our promisesAll your mentors are either industry veterans with experience working on AAA and indie titles, or have a strong background in cutting-edge research like Machine Learning and Serious Games. There is expertise and focus on keeping up-to-date with current industry standards, helping to give you the skills required within industry.
Working in the games industry you’ll be required to work as part of a multidisciplinary team. This Master’s degree offers you a variety of opportunities to work together with designers, programmers and artists to build industry-standard projects, enhance your portfolio and increase your skills.
This Master’s course offers you a variety of career opportunities to enhance your employability and perfect your portfolio. From our industry conference with guest speakers from AAA game studios to our trips to the Brain’s Eden Games Jam and Brighton Develop Conference – we give you many opportunities to network with professional developers and get their feedback on your work.
Increase your pay potential, specialise in the subject you love, or pursue your passion and switch careers.
UoG students can benefit from an alumni discount. Receive 20% discount on your postgraduate tuition fees as a 2022 graduate.
Discover your next step.
Explore and collaborate with creatives from across the spectrum. We offer the perfect environment to practice your craft and prepare you to graduate career-ready.
You’ll be able to work with other programmers, designers and artists on our year-long collaborative project module to create an industry-standard combined portfolio piece to help propel you into the industry.
In the third semester, you’ll have the option of embarking on a summer industry placement – putting the skills you’ve learned into action inside a professional game development company.
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