192 Full-time Master's degrees in Game Design

Leeds Beckett University4,1(49)

Leeds, United Kingdom Top 20% in Worldwide

Sound and Music for Interactive Games

Learn to design and develop impressive audio that fully immerses players in the modern video game experience with this hands-on Sound and Music for Interactive Games course from Leeds Beckett University.

M.Sc. On-campus

1 year$25,516/yr

UWE Bristol (University of the West of England)4,5(93)

Bristol, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Animation

On the Animation MA programme from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) you’ll have the chance to tailor your animation projects to fit your own career aspirations.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$21,828/yr

Victoria University of Wellington4,1(82)

Wellington, New Zealand Top 6% in Worldwide

Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation in Game Design

The Graduate Diploma in Design Innovation in Game Design programme from Victoria University of Wellington will broaden your knowledge into an area you haven't studied before so you can either add depth to your degree or use it as a stepping stone to Master's study in that subject.

Master On-campus

½ year$23,424/yr

University of Plymouth4,3(102)

Plymouth, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Game Design

The Game Design study delivered by the University of Plymouth will take your skills to the next level and refine 3D modelling, 2D art and animation skills, level design and gameplay coding.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$25,119/yr

The University of Lancashire4,0(37)

Preston, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Games Design

The Games Design course from The University of Lancashire has been designed with industry in mind. It will give you the opportunity to specialise in an area of Games Design, even if your specialism is to be a one-person team and do it all!

M.A. On-campus

1 year$25,858/yr

Brunel University of London4,0(131)

London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide

Digital Games Theory and Design

The games design industry, in the UK and worldwide, is growing and there is a demand for skilled and well-educated professionals to take gaming to its next level. The Digital Games Theory and Design degree course delivered by the Brunel University of London will give you a comprehensive understanding of digital games and the techniques and principles used in their design.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$29,982/yr

University of Portsmouth3,9(89)

Portsmouth, United Kingdom Top 8% in Worldwide

Games Development

If you have a passion for computer games design, this Games Development course from University of Portsmouth will give you the chance to immerse yourself in your own creative project that pushes your talents to new levels.

M.A. On-campus

1 yearTuition not available

Escape Studios

London, United Kingdom

Programming for Games and VFX

If you love games, films and animation, have a passion for coding, finding creative solutions and being part of a team, then Programming for Games and VFX course at Escape Studios is for you.

M.Sc. On-campus +2

1 year$26,859/yr

University of Gloucestershire4,2(27)

Cheltenham, United Kingdom

Game Development

The Game Development course from University of Gloucestershire is more than a course – it’s an entry into a world where your game development aspirations become reality.

M.Sc. On-campus

1 year$24,837/yr

University of Liverpool4,4(136)

Liverpool, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Game Design

The Game Design programme from University of Liverpool builds on the popular Game Design BSc to equip students with the creative design skills that are in demand in this expanding industry.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$37,612/yr

University of Hertfordshire4,3(107)

Hatfield, United Kingdom Top 15% in Worldwide

Games Art and Design

This MA Games Art and Design degree from University of Hertfordshire meets the needs of the games industry. The games industry has developed dramatically from the days of the solo practitioner to become a global market where large teams of artists work in unison to create content for the next generation of interactive game technologies.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$24,112/yr

Escape Studios

London, United Kingdom

Game Art

The Game Art course at Escape Studios was created as a response to industry demand for new creative talent. Game studios are driving innovation and economic value throughout the UK, supporting over 73,000 jobs and contributing £6 billion annually (source Ukie).

M.A. On-campus +2

1 year$26,859/yr

University College Cork4,1(114)

Cork, Ireland Top 5% in Worldwide

Interactive Media

The Interactive Media course at University College Cork is a conversion course; it is an intensive taught course focusing on the practical and technical aspects of interactive media.

M.Sc. On-campus

1 year$31,381/yr

Escape Studios

London, United Kingdom

Technical Art for Games and VFX

If you love games, films and animation, have a passion for problem solving, finding creative solutions and being part of a team, then the Technical Art for Games and VFX course at Escape Studios is for you.

M.Sc. On-campus +2

1 year$26,859/yr

The University for the Creative Arts4,2(81)

Farnham, United Kingdom

Games Design

MA Games Design from the The University for the Creative Arts combines the latest creative practice and academic research, placing you at the cutting edge of the global games industry.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$24,904/yr

Centennial College4,6(40)

Online

Game – Programming (Fast Track) (Online)

In the Game – Programming (Fast Track) (Online) course from Centennial College you'll gain a unique blend of skills that combines the core concepts of software engineering with specialized knowledge in game programming. Upon graduation, you'll receive an advanced diploma and have the know-how to launch a career in the game software industry.

Master Online

2 years$13,036/yr

University of Malta4,0(146)

Msida, Malta Top 15% in Worldwide

Digital Games (by Research)

The Digital Games (by Research) programme from University of Malta is intended for students with experience in professional game development or academic research.

M.Sc. On-campus

2 years$15,018/yr

Seneca Polytechnic4,2(77)

North York, Canada

Game Art and Animation

The Game Art and Animation program at Seneca Polytechnic is designed to turn talented artists into AAA game asset modellers. This unique program will have you creating and animating environments, characters and other assets within a 3D environment.

Postgraduate Certificate Blended

8 months$19,132/yr

The University for the Creative Arts4,2(81)

Farnham, United Kingdom

Games Arts

The University for the Creative Arts offers an immersive Games Arts MA programme, where students can deeply explore the world of digital game art, storytelling, and interactive media.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$27,672/yr

The University for the Creative Arts4,2(81)

Farnham, United Kingdom

Concept Art and IP Development

This Concept Art and Intellectual Property IP Development degree from The University for the Creative Arts will give you the tools, knowledge, and industry experience to transform these artistic visions into lasting cultural touchstones.

M.A. On-campus

1 year$24,904/yr