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Computer Games Design MSc

University of Staffordshire

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Staffordshire University (Stoke-on-Trent Campus)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    13 months

Course summary

Games designers have an impact on virtually every aspect of a game, from system design through to improving the immersive experience for players. Our MSc in Computer Games Design will place you at the heart of the action. Youll dive into design theory and practice, the latest research and industry trends, and learn how to manage your own projects. Youll also get to focus on the area you want to specialise in for a career. Whether its gameplay interactions, how characters move, quest design, open world environments or another aspect of design, the choice is yours. Our multi award-winning games department is one of the largest in the UK and youll be taught by leading experts with years of experience in games design and academia. You will also be able to tap into our industry links, including guest talks from games designers.Every module is dedicated to design and all your assessments will feed into your professional portfolio. There are modules covering topics such as advanced research techniques, prototyping and professional practice. You will also explore game feel and polish - how to give players the best experience while navigating a game.The course will culminate in the Games Master Project, an in-depth piece of work on your chosen theme. This could cover anything from a series of game prototypes or a framework for a computer game through to an academic paper.Throughout your studies, youll also have access to our wide range of games facilities. Features include our hi-tech Vicon Motion Capture Studio, specialist Games Centre and hundreds of PCs. Our students also use industry-standard hardware and software such as Autodesk Creative Suite and the Unreal and Unity games engines.CareersComputer games designers are in huge demand. We have graduates whove gone on to work for the likes of Ubisoft and have been involved in games like Grand Theft Auto V and the Rockstar North titles.You can specialise in different aspects of design, such as becoming a quest designer, a gameplay mechanic designer who creates interactions, or a gameplay systems designer who looks at how characters interact with their environment.Other roles include becoming a UI or experience designer, or specialising in designing multi-player games.Youll also be well equipped to work in the following roles: Game designer, Level designer, Mission scripter, Game tester

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

拢 16,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of Staffordshire

University of Staffordshire

University of Staffordshire

  • University League Table

    97th

  • Campus address

    Staffordshire University, College Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 2DE, England

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The university offers dedicated international student support and celebrates its diverse and inclusive community through a calendar of student-led events.
Students are supported to make industry connections. There are also opportunities for hands-on and paid work experience through the Innovation Enterprise Zone.
As well as leading modern courses, there are modern facilities, including SmartZone (with its digital and immersive technology) and engineering workshops.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    67th out of 117 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    129 57%

    66th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    75.0 75%

    88th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.13 78%

    21st

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