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Psychology in Game Design and Digital Innovation MSc

University of Surrey

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Surrey, Guildford

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Why choose this course

Study on a course that puts you at the forefront of an emerging field in the globally expanding gaming sector, exploring how psychological principles and research can be applied to game design.
Learn about how the rapid growth of technology and digital innovation impacts human behaviour and examine the intersection between psychology and our digital experience.
Learn from lecturers who are active researchers in key psychological areas, such as cognitive, developmental and social psychology.
Study a multidisciplinary curriculum, with contributions from a range of schools, departments and research centres at Surrey, including our Centre for Vision, Speech and Signal Processing, Surrey Institute for People-Centred Artificial Intelligence and Digital World Research Centre.

What you will study

On this course, you will receive comprehensive training on the psychological theories that cover cognitive, emotional, social and ethical aspects of game design and digital technology. You will learn how to develop gaming and digital experiences that are engaging, immersive and beneficial.

You will explore topics such as motivation, emotion, attention, learning and social behaviour and learn about game design principles such as gameplay mechanics, level design and narrative structure as well as the ethical considerations involved. You will develop the theoretical and methodological expertise to conduct psychological research in various phases of game and digital innovation design.

In addition to core modules, you will be able to choose from a selection of optional modules covering different aspects of psychology in more detail, as well as topics such as interaction design, extended reality and game writing.

Throughout the course, you will also have the opportunity to work on projects that apply the knowledge and skills you have learnt to real-world game development challenges. This may include designing and developing your own games, conducting user research studies or analysing player data.

Careers and graduate prospects

We offer careers information, advice and guidance to all students whilst studying with us, which is extended to our alumni for three years after leaving the University.

The rapid growth of games and technology has created a strong demand for professionals with expertise in areas linked to psychology, game design and digital technology.

As a graduate of this course, you will possess skills and knowledge that can be applied in a variety of fields, including gaming, marketing, policymaking, education and cybersecurity.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 21,800per year

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

University information

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University of Surrey

University of Surrey

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Surrey, Guildford, 30 Priestley Rd, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, United Kingdom

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Surrey hosts around 140 nationalities. Its renowned international student support team advises on everything, including visas and choosing the right course.
At Surrey, expect a personalised Welcome timetable. This includes international orientation sessions, an induction registration talk and campus tours.
Surrey Research Park's 200+ companies are responsible for 10% of the local economy.

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