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Why choose the School of Computer Science and Technology
Our postgraduate taught computing courses rank 4th overall in their subject field with top 3 rankings for teaching, engagement, learning community, assessment and organisation (PTES, 2024
Our computer games and animation courses rank joint 1st in their subject field for academic support (NSS, 2024)
First-hand experience working with our industry partners on collaborative projects that have the potential to be published
About the course
Develop advanced skills and knowledge in games design, gaining both a strong technical foundation and practical experience of development across multiple games platforms. This course emphasises the collaborative nature of games design, helping you understand real-life project development. You also learn to use that knowledge to solve complex problems across games development including various emerging industries such as spatial computing (VR/AR/XR) and virtual production.
Facilities and specialist equipment
- Specialist games, animation and graphics labs with VR technology and high-spec computers
- Motion-capture and green-screen studios
- Industry-level software including Autodesk 3ds Max, Maya, Unreal Engine and Blender
- Modern computing labs, group study hubs and bespoke teaching spaces in our STEM building
Industry links
This course has been developed in close collaboration with industry. You also collaborate on projects with industry partners, providing first-hand experience of how the industry operates and allowing you to apply your skills in real-world contexts.
Your student experience
Gain advanced skills in games design, development and emerging technologies for games.
Enhance your abilities in level design, programming and scripting including applications of AI as well as procedural and generative techniques.
Undertake hands-on projects using bespoke, industry-standard facilities and working in collaborative teams across Games Design and Games Art courses.
Benefit from the personalised guidance and industry insights of leading academics across the fields of creative technologies and computing.
Take the opportunity to publish your games in collaboration with companies like Andrews.
Benefit from guest lectures by professionals from leading games design and development companies, gaining valuable industry insights.
Develop a professional mindset that makes you highly attractive to employers.
Careers
The course equips you for various roles within the gaming such as games designer; level designer; games programmer; and games producer. As a Games Design Master’s graduate, you are well prepared for opportunities in game development studios, immersive media production, serious games and other relevant fields. Your collaborative work with industry partners provides first-hand experience of how the industry operates and allows you to apply your skills in real-world contexts. This exposure enhances your understanding of industry dynamics and sets you apart in the job market, making you a well-rounded candidate familiar with both the creative and practical aspects of game development.
