Overview

The Game Development (Design) course at Kingston University has been developed in consultation with our industry panel, and we are an educational partner of Sony Interactive Entertainment through PlayStation First. We are also an active member of TIGA, the games industry's representative body.

Students will have access to first-class technical facilities such as our Games Lab, with state-of-the-art computers, moving image studios, 3D workshops and other specialist resources. These include a number of Sony PlayStation 4 developer kits. In addition other software is available including Unity Pro, Unreal and Maya. Students also have access to our new Centre for Virtual and Augmented Reality (CAVE).

Careers

You will be well suited for roles such as games designer, games programmer, indy developer, AI programmer, software engineer and user experience.

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Programme Structure

Modules included:

Digital Studio Practice

Connected Games Development

Game Design

Character Animation for Film and Games

User Experience Design (Content)

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-25 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-01-09 00:00:00

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More details

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, applications will close when the course is full .

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Video Games & Animation Software Engineering View 113 other Masters in Video Games & Animation in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 or above honours degree in humanities, art and design, multimedia, media production or the academic equivalent.

All applicants must be able to demonstrate, either through qualifications or portfolio of works a solid understanding of digital media.

Exceptionally applicants may have no first degree but more than five years working in the field and/or a portfolio of works. In this case, there must be strong evidence that the applicant has the motivation to complete the course and the ability to work at this level. Experience in digital media or the games industry is particularly valuable.

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Tuition Fee

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International

16200 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 16200 GBP per year during 12 months.
National

9860 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9860 GBP per year during 12 months.

UK students tuition fees:

MSc part time £5,423

International students tuition fees:

MSc part time £8,910

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Game Development (Design).

Available Scholarships

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Overview

Careers

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Programme Structure

Check out the full curriculum

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

Make sure you meet all requirements

Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for London

Funding

Double-check all fees

Check for any work restrictions

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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