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Masters Degrees in Video Game Design and Development in the UK

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Writing for Stage and Broadcast Media MA, MFA

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama United Kingdom

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Games Computing MSc

Norwich University of the Arts United Kingdom

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Game Development (Programming) MSc

Kingston University London United Kingdom

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Computing (Games, Vision and Interaction) MEng

Imperial College London United Kingdom

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Games Design MA

University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) United Kingdom

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Advanced 3D Game Art MA

Buckinghamshire New University United Kingdom

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Digital Games Theory and Design MA

Brunel University London United Kingdom

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Games Design MA

University for the Creative Arts (UCA) United Kingdom

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Computer Games & VFX Programming MSc

University of Wales Trinity Saint David United Kingdom

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Computer Games Technology MSc, PG Dip

Abertay University United Kingdom

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Games Design MA

University of the Arts London (UAL) United Kingdom

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Video Game Development MA

Birmingham City University United Kingdom

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Animation for Computer Games MA, PG Dip, Postgraduate Certificate

Sheffield Hallam University United Kingdom

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Music and Sound for Film and Games MSc

University of Hertfordshire (UH) United Kingdom

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Computer Game Engineering MSc

Newcastle University United Kingdom

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Games Enterprise MA

University of South Wales United Kingdom

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3D Computer Games Design MSc

University of Staffordshire United Kingdom

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All Video Game Design and Development Masters Degrees

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Study a Video Game Design and Development Masters in the UK in 2025

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.

Study in the UK

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.

See our detailed guide to studying in the UK for international students.

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