Video game designers and developers are an important part of the computer and video games industry. They are responsible for the design and production of games, from the concept, to the programming and troubleshooting. You will develop the skills needed to prepare you for a career in games design and development, including coding, storyboarding and play testing.
A postgraduate degree in Video Game Design and Development will allow you to expand your knowledge and skill set, covering the more advanced concepts of the subject area. Modules you study could include audio technology for games, internet and mobile application development, multiplayer design, and future technologies.
The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.
High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering MSc
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, University of Leeds United Kingdom
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Pre-Master's Programme in Art and Design Other PG Award, Pre-Masters
ONCAMPUS Southampton United Kingdom
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Music and Sound for Film and Games MSc
University of Hertfordshire (UH) United Kingdom
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Video Game Enterprise, Production and Design MSc
Birmingham City University United Kingdom
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Game Art and Animation MPhil, PhD, MSc by Research
Abertay University United Kingdom
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MSc Economics, Computation and Game Theory MSc
Essex, University of United Kingdom
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Games Design MA
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) United Kingdom
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Computer Games Art & Design MA
Goldsmiths, University of London United Kingdom
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