Game DesignNorth America

55 Master's degrees in Game Design in North America

Savannah College of Art and Design3,7(19)

Savannah, United States

Interactive Design and Game Development

Bridge art and tech with interactive design and game development to transform digital media with Interactive Design and Game Development at Savannah College of Art and Design

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

1 year$42,120/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

New York Film Academy4,0(4)

Los Angeles, United States

Game Design

In New York Film Academy’s Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Game Design program, students learn the tools, theory, and craft of visual storytelling in an interactive medium, building their confidence in programming and design.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

2 years$39,800/yr

Rochester Institute of Technology4,2(59)

Rochester, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Game Design and Development

The Game Design and Development program of Rochester Institute of Technology from Rochester Institute of Technology explores the simulation, edutainment, or visualization landscape as you enhance your game design and development skills to create truly innovative games.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$61,762/yr

University of Houston Clear Lake3,7(3)

Webster, United States

Instructional Design and Technology with Game Theory and Design Specialization

The Instructional Design and Technology with Game Theory and Design Specialization Program at University of Houston Clear Lake prepares graduates to be leaders in the analysis, design, development and implementation of instruction, bridging cutting edge technologies with the latest learning methods’ research.

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

1 year$19,352/yr

Worcester Polytechnic Institute4,8(5)

Worcester, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Interactive Media and Game Design

Develop your creative practice and personal voice as an artist in IMGD. The Master of Fine Arts program offers a terminal degree through Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s renowned Interactive Media and Game Design program where our academic approach, resources, and connections will refine your artistic practice and innovate using new creative technologies with WPI’s new MFA in IMGD.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$30,420/yr

Centennial College4,5(43)

Online

Game – Programming (Fast Track) (Online)

In the Game – Programming (Fast Track) (Online) course from Centennial College you'll gain a unique blend of skills that combines the core concepts of software engineering with specialized knowledge in game programming. Upon graduation, you'll receive an advanced diploma and have the know-how to launch a career in the game software industry.

Master Full-time Online

2 years$13,418/yr

Seneca Polytechnic4,2(86)

North York, Canada

Game Art and Animation

The Game Art and Animation program at Seneca Polytechnic is designed to turn talented artists into AAA game asset modellers. This unique program will have you creating and animating environments, characters and other assets within a 3D environment.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time Blended

8 months$18,747/full

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$11,428/yr

Academy of Art University3,8(87)

San Francisco, United States

Animation and Visual Effects

The MFA in Animation and Visual Effects program at Academy of Art University focuses on developing skills in any one of the many areas of expertise within the animation and visual effects industry.

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

2 years$33,426/yr

American University Washington DC3,9(164)

Washington, D. C., United States Top 4% in Worldwide

Games and Interactive Media

The Games and Interactive Media program at American University Washington DC will help you create bridges and make change through the power of active engagement through games.

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

3 years$37,440/yr

West Virginia University4,4(8)

Online Top 4% in Worldwide

Game Design

The Master of Arts degree in Game Design, offered by the College of Creative Arts from West Virginia University, is for emerging game designers who would like to expand and build upon their conceptual, production, and project management skills, as well as to further their professional credentials.

M.A. Part-time Online

1 year$22,650/yr

Academy of Art University3,8(87)

San Francisco, United States

Game Development

The MFA Game Development program at Academy of Art University allows students to further their careers by synthesizing traditional art and design fundamentals with today’s groundbreaking technologies.

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

2 years$33,426/yr

Bradley University4,4(58)

Peoria, United States

Game Design and Development

Bradley University’s production-focused Game Design and Development program allows you to develop and publish your own video game while earning a master's degree in just 12 months.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$34,050/yr

University of Southern California4,1(63)

Los Angeles, United States Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Interactive Media (Games and Health)

The Interactive Media (Games and Health) program offered at University of Southern California has been training leaders in health management and policy for more than 35 years.

M.F.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$60,478/yr