Overview

On this programme, you'll be prepared for the needs of the digital games industry, as we guide you through the various aspects of game development in an industrial context, allied to a rigorous research programme exploring and applying the latest theory in game studies.

The curriculum blends technical skills with creative practice and academic rigour. In this sense, it is a 'generalist course' rather than one focused on a technological approach to games design. This course focuses on three areas: skills, project management, and research.

You will develop your portfolio as a solo developer, or collaborating in a team, culminating in a final major project to produce and complete vertical slice of a digital game product. Not only will you gain valuable experience in games production, but you will also gain a scholarly understanding of the creative industries more generally, and enhance invaluable skills such as interdisciplinary communication, project management, and collaboration.

Facilities

Our outstanding computer games studios have high-end PCs dedicated to games design with games systems and interactivity software including Maya, Photoshop and Substance, and Unity and Unreal games engines. There are also sound production studios, a Foley studio and pro tools suites. There is a modern library with a wealth of books, journals, special collections and online resources.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Mechanics, Dynamics & Aesthetics

History, Culture & Society

Interactive Storytelling

Player, Context & Platform

Psychology & Phenomenology

Experience & Evaluation

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-31 00:00:00

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We accept applications throughout the year. There’s no set deadline but we encourage you to apply by 31 March.

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Farnham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

User Experience Design Game Design View 51 other Masters in User Experience Design in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

120

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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59

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

MA course

An honours degree or equivalent qualification in the subject or a related discipline

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Relevant work experience, demonstrating your ability to study at postgraduate level.

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Tuition Fees

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18540 GBP / year

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10800 GBP / year

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Tuition fee for EU students: £10,500 per year

Funding

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