MSc in Game Development in Cheltenham United Kingdom | University of Gloucestershire

University of Gloucestershire | Cheltenham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 17,100
(c. USD22,816.53)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Begin an extraordinary adventure with the University of Gloucestershire's MSc in Game Development. Designed by industry veterans boasting three decades of experience on blockbuster games including Bioshock, Crysis, and Star Wars: Battlefront, this isn't just a degree—it's your gateway to turning game development dreams into tangible achievements. The flexible curriculum adapts to your passions, covering diverse areas from technical artistry and photogrammetry to world-building and AI integration. You'll explore core game design principles while developing niche expertise to excel in this fast-paced industry.

The course emphasizes hands-on learning through professional summer placements and collaborative projects with our industry partners, bridging academic theory with real-world practice to boost your career prospects. Teamwork forms the foundation of the experience—you'll collaborate with fellow creatives, coders, and visual artists on productions mirroring professional workflows. The program also prioritizes industry connections, granting access to major gaming events such as Insomnia and Let's Talk Games where you can engage with top professionals and receive expert critiques.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

We normally require an honours degree of 2.2 or above in a games or computer science related discipline with a substantial software development component.

Applicants failing to meet this requirement may still be eligible for entry if they can demonstrate a strong personal portfolio of related works in an interview with a member of the course staff.

IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band
TOEFL - Reading 20, Writing -19, Listening 19, Speaking 22, Total 80

Tuition GBP 17,100

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