Boston,
MA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc in Game Science and Design in Boston United States | Northeastern University
Northeastern University
|
Boston United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
33,813
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Centered on the scientific aspects of game creation, this program enables students to acquire both design and technical competencies required for game construction while gaining profound insights into playability and analytics that drive success in today's highly competitive market. The Master of Science (MS) in Game Science and Design provides students with holistic knowledge about developing player-focused game products. Through studying game development science, participants master essential design and technological abilities while cultivating expertise in the playability metrics and analytical approaches that ensure market success.
The gaming sector has grown to encompass social and mobile platforms, applications in healthcare, education, and professional training, along with advancements in player psychology, development tools, visual technologies, gameplay systems, evaluation methodologies, and sophisticated AI and storytelling approaches. This expansion has intensified industry competition.
Program Objectives
Creative Vision Outcome: Develop and produce original games, interactive experiences, and digital artifacts while cultivating a distinctive style through thoughtful design practices.
Technical Mastery Outcome: Refine expertise across diverse media formats and demonstrate strategic application of techniques to enhance creative outputs.
Analytical Foundation Outcome: Systematically collect, structure, and communicate research findings to guide design decisions and evaluations.
Iterative Development Outcome: Implement cyclical design processes enhanced by user feedback, peer review, and self-assessment to refine creative projects.
Ethical Framework Outcome: Examine the societal, political, and cultural dimensions inherent in games and interactive media while applying moral considerations throughout the design and production phases.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
In addition to the general application requirements, applicants to the MS in Game Science and Design program must submit a portfolio of their work via SlideRoom, an online portfolio submission service. The submission fee is 6.00 (USD). The application portfolio should consist of 1-5 pieces of recent original work that demonstrate design or other relevant project-based experience. Your portfolio should ideally include work that is focused on game science or game design, however, any past work that you are proud of is acceptable and will receive full consideration. Portfolios can include, but are not limited to:Gameplay videos with a short description
Graphic, product or spatial design projects, Concept sketches and images,Strategy blueprints and systems diagrams
Interactive design projects, storytelling projects and/or analytical projects, Coding/web design
A brief introductory video highlighting your interest in the field of game science and design
Creative work from other disciplines (photography, drawing, and other art forms)
To be considered for admission to a CAMD graduate program, international applicants must show proof of English proficiency. This requirement can be met by submitting satisfactory results on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test. Please note that scores are valid for two years and scores must be valid at the time your application is received. Official score reports must be sent to Northeastern University directly from the testing agency. We expect a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT). You should plan to take the exam well in advance of our application deadline as it may take up to six weeks for your official score report to be sent to CAMD. We expect a minimum overall band score of 7.0 on the IELTS.
Graphic, product or spatial design projects, Concept sketches and images,Strategy blueprints and systems diagrams
Interactive design projects, storytelling projects and/or analytical projects, Coding/web design
A brief introductory video highlighting your interest in the field of game science and design
Creative work from other disciplines (photography, drawing, and other art forms)
To be considered for admission to a CAMD graduate program, international applicants must show proof of English proficiency. This requirement can be met by submitting satisfactory results on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or the Duolingo English Test. Please note that scores are valid for two years and scores must be valid at the time your application is received. Official score reports must be sent to Northeastern University directly from the testing agency. We expect a minimum score of 100 on the Internet-Based TOEFL (iBT). You should plan to take the exam well in advance of our application deadline as it may take up to six weeks for your official score report to be sent to CAMD. We expect a minimum overall band score of 7.0 on the IELTS.
Tuition
USD
33,813