Overview

We combine an emphasis on technical skills such as advanced programming, mathematics, AI, and graphics with a solid grounding in IP protection, entrepreneurship, business planning, teamwork and project management.

The Computer Games Programming programme is offered at the Goldsmiths, University of London.

You’ll be given the skills you need to build successful interactive experiences, whether you want to work at a start-up or as part of a large organisation.

Industry placements

We work closely with industry leaders to shape the course content, and offer industry placements at studios including:

Creative Assembly Sega
Reflections Ubisoft
Sony SCEE
ARM
Supermassive
Splash Damage
Roll7
Climax Studios
Ideaworks
Rebellion Studios

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Programming for Games
Advanced Programming for Games
Mathematics & Graphics for Games
Games Design and Games Analytics
Business and Practice
Final Project

Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 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

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Game Design Computer Sciences Software Engineering View 91 other Masters in Game Design in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least upper second class standard in computing, engineering or mathematical sciences, and an interest in - and capability for - working in interdisciplinary contexts.
You might also be considered if you aren’t a graduate or your degree is in an unrelated field, but have relevant commercial experience and can show that you have the ability to work at postgraduate level.
A portfolio of relevant work (such as programming samples, games programmed/designed or even alternative game controllers) will strengthen your application. If you have worked on other, non-games related creative projects, you are welcome to show that in your portfolio, as everything that can show your creativity and commitment is welcome.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21000 GBP / year

≈ 21000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

13600 GBP / year

≈ 13600 GBP / year

Additional Details

Home/EU - 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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