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202 Master's degrees in Game Design

Exploring Game Design programmes can be an exciting journey for international students. The tuition fees for these programmes vary significantly. For instance, the lower-end tuition fee, represented by the €2,504, offers a more budget-friendly option for those looking to delve into the world of game creation. On the other hand, the €52,981 represents the higher-end of the spectrum, catering to students who might be looking for more premium, perhaps more resource-intensive programmes.

A typical Game Design programme's tuition fee falls around the €21,480, providing a balanced option for many students. It's important to note that affordability is a key consideration for many, and fortunately, a 5% of programmes are designed with this in mind, making game design education accessible to a wider audience.

Moreover, the rise of digital learning has led to a 18% of Game Design programmes being offered online. This flexibility allows students from around the globe to pursue their passion for game design without the need for relocation, making it a convenient option for many.

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Learn to produce vibrant and engaging experiences for gamers on this Indie Game Development (Online) course from Falmouth University. You’ll analyse the principles of the creative process, from early ideation and prototyping through to full production, release and post-release content.

Master Part-time Online
2 years$8,037/yr

Are you captivated by artificial intelligence and eager to delve into its multifaceted applications? Immerse yourself in the dynamic Artificial Intelligence for Games course at Falmouth University, where you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of how to harness AI in games and cultivate a diverse skill set applicable across the broader spectrum of the gaming industry. 

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$26,392/yr

Whether you’re currently studying for a computing degree, are in the early stages of your career or want to re-train in this exciting field, this Game Programming course from Falmouth University will help you to become a confident game developer who can deliver compelling play experiences. 

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$26,392/yr

Are you passionate about games and keen to make them better? On this industry-focused Game Design course at Falmouth University you’ll consider what makes a game engaging and meaningful, taking your skills to the next level as you work alongside programmers and artists in a studio environment to create distinctive work.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$26,392/yr

Work within multi-skilled teams to create innovative art for games in this Game Art course at Falmouth University.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$26,392/yr

The Graduate Certificate in Game Design and Development degree offered by Northeastern University offers a practice-oriented approach to the art and science of game making.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time +2 On-campus
½ year$15,108/full

The Game Design Postgrad.Cert programme from University of Michigan - Dearborn prioritize hands-on experience, giving you the chance to work directly on developing computer games and game development tools such as game engines. You’ll finish the certificate with a solid foundation in the practical implementation of game design along with comprehensive theoretical knowledge.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time +2 On-campus +3
$31,440/yr

The Game Design programme offered at Full Sail University prepares you for a specialized role in the gaming industry by teaching the skills needed to contribute to multidisciplinary development teams.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$36,000/yr

The Game Design programme offered at Full Sail University prepares you for a specialized role in the gaming industry by teaching the skills needed to contribute to multidisciplinary development teams.

M.Sc. Part-time Online
1 year$32,000/yr

The Game Science and Design MSc programme from Northeastern University gives students a comprehensive understanding of how successful game products are created in a player-centric environment.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$35,870/yr

The Graduate Certificate in Gaming Management is a 15-credit program at University of Nevada, Las Vegas designed to bring hospitality executives together to learn the latest gaming management and leadership techniques in an executive format, via the Internet and other media.

Postgraduate Certificate Part-time Online
$26,368/yr

Animation and Game Direction Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences

4,6(5)Darmstadt, Germany

The English language Master‘s programme Animation and Game Direction at Darmstadt University of Applied Sciences offers students advanced theoretical knowledge and methodological competencies in order to develop directorial authorship based on intense genre knowledge, industrial standard producing practices as well as strong leadership skills. 

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1½ yearFree

Video Game and Media Composition ThinkSpace Education

Online

This course in Video Game and Media Composition at ThinkSpace Education equips you with the skills and experience to tackle a wide range of film and television projects from animation to commercials, trailers to feature films. We go further by giving you the detailed technical and creative skills to succeed in a rapidly expanding world of video game music.

M.F.A. Full-time +2 Online
2 years$12,502/yr

Creative Digital Media Universiti Kuala Lumpur

4,3(37)Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

This Creative Digital Media program at University of Kuala Lumpur is designed to meet the growing demand for emerging professionals with expertise in a strongly integrated manner, of Multimedia with specialization in visual communication, digital media production, web technologies, computer animation and human-computer interaction

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$1,515/yr

English - Creative Writing Concordia University Montréal

4,2(89)Montréal, Canada Top 8% in Worldwide

The English - Creative Writing programme at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year, thesis-based Master of Arts. Delivered full-time at the Sir George Williams Campus, this 45-credit course allows writers to develop their unique voice and creative vision within a vibrant, artistically-focused urban environment.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$10,895/yr

Games Design and Development Heriot-Watt University

4,3(68)Edinburgh, United Kingdom +1 Top 7% in Worldwide

The Games Design and Development Master of Design at Heriot-Watt University offers you the opportunity to turn your game ideas into reality.  

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$34,787/yr

Interactive Media University of Southern California

4,1(64)Los Angeles, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

The Interactive Media Division offers the Interactive Media MFA program at University of Southern California as well as a number of courses in computer-based entertainment for non-majors. The fundamental philosophy of the division is coherent with that of the programs of the school, stressing creativity of expression, experimentation and excellence in execution.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus
3 years$60,478/yr

Design (Department of Multimedia) University of Johannesburg

4,3(231)Johannesburg, South Africa Top 6% in Worldwide

The purpose of the MA in Design (Department of Multimedia) from University of Johannesburg is to educate and train researchers who can contribute to the development of knowledge at an advanced level.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$2,474/yr

Game Studies Tampere University

4,1(45)Tampere, Finland Top 6% in Worldwide

This Game Studies MSc programme from Tampere University is particularly targeted at training experts on games and play. We approach games and play from the interconnected perspectives of games, game players, production of games, and games in cultures.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$13,258/yr

Games Enterprise University of South Wales

4,3(83)Cardiff, United Kingdom

The Games Enterprise programme from University of South Wales is an innovative course that will give you the opportunity to develop artistic, design, technical, production and enterprise skills. 

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$23,680/yr

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