Overview

The M.A. in Independent Games and Playable Experience Design at Goldsmiths, University of London becoming part of our everyday lives, the industry has adapted to use games to tell stories, generate knowledge, and educate the public.

Key facts

An explosion of games and apps has created a new breed of entrepreneur, with small teams able to create and launch projects that are accessible to millions. This rising market has become increasingly successful in the UK.

Throughout this degree you’ll learn how to build compelling mechanics, craft innovative narratives, and develop immersive playable environments.

We’ll encourage you to push games into new territories and intellectual domains.

You’ll explore the freedom of the gaming industry, from putting players in immersive augmented worlds to telling transformational personal narratives, these new experiences are redefining the rules of play.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Approaches to Play
Final Project for MA Independent Games and Playable Experience Design
Physical Computing
Physical Computing: Using Microcontrollers with Fabrication Techniques

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no official deadline of when to apply by, it’s best to apply early.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

92

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have an undergraduate degree of at least upper second class standard with an interest in and capability for working in interdisciplinary contexts using technology. In exceptional circumstances, outstanding practitioners or individuals with strong commercial experience may be considered.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

21000 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

14300 GBP / year

≈ 14300 GBP / year

Additional Details

Home - part-time: £6800 per year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

London

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