143 Master's degrees in Game Design in Europe

Digital Learning Games
Digital Learning Games is a programme that combines game design with educational sciences and psychology. Video games are more than entertainment: they also offer unique ways of tackling educational and societal issues. We welcome educators, designers, developers, artists, and everyone else interested in creating innovative games that can help make the world a better place.

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!

Joint Master in Applied XR - Gamified Reality Applications for Real-world Challenges and Experiences (GRACE)
This Joint Master in Applied XR - Gamified Reality Applications for Real-world Challenges and Experiences (GRACE) programme from USTP – University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten, Saxion University of Applied Sciences, and Vidzeme University of Applied Sciences features real-world projects guided by an international network of mentors, empowering you to turn innovation into impact.

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.

Creative Games Technologies
The Creative Games Technologies programme from Queen's University Belfast focuses on best practices and industry skills used in the games development process with real-time 3D creation tools.

Games Design (Narrative)
The Games Design (Narrative) course from University of Bristol graduates leave us with a career-ready portfolio that showcases their strengths in narrative design.

Game Development (Design)
This Game Development (Design) course at Kingston University will give you the design skills and knowledge needed to create masterpieces and thrive in the professional world.

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.

Human Centred Artificial Intelligence for Games Development
Combining a blend of Games Development, AI and data science, this Human Centred Artificial Intelligence for Games Development conversion course from Bournemouth University prepares you for a range of careers.

Game Technology
Are you already working in the games industry, for example as a game artist, designer or developer, and would you like to delve deeper into the world of game technology? Then the Game Technology course from Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) is exactly what you are looking for.

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.

Game Design (Thesis)
The Game Design (Thesis) programme from Bahçeşehir University (BAU) is designed for individuals looking to delve into the world of game development, combining creativity with technical skills.

Creative Technologies
Use your creativity and the latest technology to build up your portfolio on this MSc Creative Technologies degree course from the University of Portsmouth.

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.

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.

Cinematic and Videogame Architecture
This Cinematic and Videogame Architecture programme at UCL offers students a unique opportunity to design innovative projects at the convergence of architecture, film and videogames.

Computer Science - Augmented and Virtual Reality
The Computer Science - Augmented and Virtual Reality programme of Trinity College Dublin is designed and taught by staff who are leading experts in their fields, and the course content is inspired by their cutting-edge work as well as their contacts with leading industry researchers around the globe.

E-gaming Innovation (Online)
This E-gaming Innovation (Online) course from GBSB Global Business School provides the skills necessary to design products, optimize platforms, and develop sustainable monetization models.

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).

Computer Animation and Visual Effects
Gain expertise in computer animation's technical aspects and collaborate with industry leaders, preparing for roles as Technical Directors, Artists, or R&D Engineers in animation and games. Master C++, Python, shader development, and effects creation. Computer Animation and Visual Effects is offered by Bournemouth University.