Game Design

217 Master's degrees in Game Design

Tampere University4,2(46)

Tampere, Finland Top 2% in Worldwide

Game Studies

This Game Studies MSc programme from Tampere University is particularly targeted at training experts on games and play. We approach games and play from the interconnected perspectives of games, game players, production of games, and games in cultures.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$14,032/yr

University of Pennsylvania4,3(22)

Philadelphia, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

Computer Graphics and Game Technology

The Computer Graphics and Game Technology program of University of Pennsylvania studies interactive entertainment and computer-animated visual effects and how they are now part of our mainstream culture.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$8,484/module

Queen's University Belfast4,3(81)

Belfast, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Creative Games Technologies

The Creative Games Technologies programme from Queen's University Belfast focuses on best practices and industry skills used in the games development process with real-time 3D creation tools.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$31,127/yr

University of Kragujevac4,5(4)

Kragujevac, Serbia Top 8% in Worldwide

Development of Computer Games

The objectives of the Development of Computer Games program at University of Kragujevac are described in detail within Standard 3 of the accreditation documentation.

Master Full-time On-campus

1½ year$2,339/yr

University of Skövde4,5(21)

Skövde, Sweden

Serious Games

In the Serious Games Master’s programme from University of Skövde, you will learn to develop games that feature exciting elements, with the aim of conveying something beyond mere entertainment. This could involve the creation of games for, for example, training, educational or marketing purposes.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$14,528/yr

Concordia University Montréal4,2(94)

Montréal, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

English - Creative Writing

The English - Creative Writing programme at Concordia University Montréal is a two-year, thesis-based Master of Arts. Delivered full-time at the Sir George Williams Campus, this 45-credit course allows writers to develop their unique voice and creative vision within a vibrant, artistically-focused urban environment.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$11,416/yr

DePaul University4,0(20)

Chicago, United States Top 9% in Worldwide

Game Programming

The Game Programming program at DePaul University is designed for those interested in game development programming at the highest level, including real time computing, computer graphics, and professional retooling for the game industry.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus +2

1 year$51,116/yr

Kajaani University of Applied Sciences (KAMK)4,2(11)

Kajaani, Finland

Game Business Management

The learning objectives and contents of the Game Business Management at Kajaani University of Applied Sciences focus on management and leadership, research and development methods, global economic issues, international game business and game development project management. The degree title is Master of Business Administration. Studies are offered fully online

Master Part-time On-campus +2

2 years$14,032/yr

New Jersey Institute of Technology4,4(52)

Newark, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Digital Design

The Master of Science in Digital Design (MSDD) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology is a low-residency intermediate graduate program credential designed to offer paths for students entering with varying levels of previous knowledge and experience.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,938/yr

IT University of Copenhagen3,7(6)

Copenhagen, Denmark

Games

Games from IT University of Copenhagen provides you with theoretical and practical knowledge on how computer games are made, how they create meaning, and how they socially impact us.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$19,296/yr

University of Warwick4,3(142)

Coventry, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Games Engineering

The University of Warwick Games Engineering MSc, taught in the interdisciplinary WMG department, is designed to address these challenges, and train the games engineers and developers of the future.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$47,827/yr

Escape Studios4,2(6)

London, United Kingdom

UI/UX for Games and Interactive Media

The UI/UX for Games and Interactive Media degree Escape Studios has been created with our industry partners, including Creative Assembly to be a highly focused digital design course that encompasses not only technical and artistic approaches but the psychology of design and research.

M.A. Full-time On-campus +2

1 year$27,060/yr

OnCampus London4,0(57)

London, United Kingdom

Computer Games - Art and Design - Pre-Master's Programme

This one-year (2-semester) programme offers successful students guaranteed progression to a postgraduate degree at a top UK university. Learn more at the Computer Games - Art and Design - Pre-Master's Programme at OnCampus London from Goldsmiths, University of London.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$30,369/full

University of Portsmouth4,0(101)

Portsmouth, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Computer Games Technology

Are you ready to take your game development skills and knowledge of computers to the next level? The MSc Computer Games Technology degree course from University of Portsmouth is an important next step towards a rewarding career in one of the world's most exciting creative industries.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus

1 year$25,172/yr

ThinkSpace Education

Online

Orchestration for Films, Games and TV

This course in Orchestration for Films, Games and TV at ThinkSpace Education takes you from first sketch to the final recording with a live orchestral session, giving you all the knowledge you need to turn an idea into a professionally recorded orchestral score.

M.A. Full-time +2 Online

1 year$17,512/yr

University of Hull4,2(93)

Hull, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Computer Science for Games Programming

With the MSc Computer Science for Games Programming from The University of Hull you’ll get hands on with practical learning in our state-of-the-art computer labs. Our facilities are kitted out with latest industry-standard equipment, including high-performance workstations, gigabit networking, 3D printers, robots, a 3D-immersive cube, motion capture, AR, VR and MR.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$18,676/yr

World University of Design

Sonipat, India

Game Design, XR and Immersive Storytelling

Game Design, XR and Immersive Storytelling at World University of Design equips students to design interactive experiences that are meaningful, playful, and impactful.

Master Full-time On-campus

24 days$7,394/yr

Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris4,8(4)

Tapah Road, Malaysia Top 6% in Worldwide

Digital Games

The Digital Games programme from Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris provides students with specialisation education in the various fields of digital games.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$2,929/yr

Full Sail University4,4(16)

Winter Park, United States

Game Design

The Game Design programme offered at Full Sail University prepares you for a specialized role in the gaming industry by teaching the skills needed to contribute to multidisciplinary development teams.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$36,000/yr

Centennial College4,5(43)

Toronto, Canada

Game - Programming (Fast-Track)

Centennial College's Game - Programming (Fast-Track) programme will grant you direct admission into the second year (third semester) of this three-year offering to receive an advanced diploma in four semesters, if you're a qualified college or university graduate with a software background. This programme is post-graduate work permit eligible.

Master Full-time Blended

2 years$13,404/yr