Game Design

217 Master's degrees in Game Design

Coventry University4,1(551)

Coventry, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Games Technology

Develop advanced programming skills in game engines and emerging technologies while building a strong portfolio at Games Technology from Coventry University.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,240/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

Academy of Live Technology4,0(21)

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Visual Effects for Live Events

The Visual Effects for Live Events program from Academy of Live Technology is where art and technology meet with stunning results. Striking digitally generated imagery is created and manipulated by students to enhance incredible live experiences.

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

1 year$27,140/yr

University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg4,1(151)

Johannesburg, South Africa Top 2% in Worldwide

Interactive Media

The Interactive Media degree from University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg is offered part-time over two years and dull-time over one year.

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

1 year$3,213/yr

Bahçeşehir University (BAU)4,0(173)

Istanbul, Turkey Top 6% in Worldwide

Game Design (Thesis)

The Game Design (Thesis) programme from Bahçeşehir University (BAU) is designed for individuals looking to delve into the world of game development, combining creativity with technical skills.

Master Full-time On-campus

2 years$14,000/yr

University of Skövde4,5(21)

Skövde, Sweden

Digital Narration: Game and Cultural Heritage

In the Digital Narration: Game and Cultural Heritage Master’s Programme from University of Skövde, you will create narratives and learn how they can be integrated into computer games and other new digital media, particularly in the context of cultural heritage.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$14,602/yr

King's College London4,2(128)

London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Digital Futures (South East Asia)

The Digital Futures (South East Asia) program at King's College London will provide students with a critical grounding in the dominant trends and new directions in the contemporary digital landscape, while analysing the key technological, social and cultural drivers of change in this area.

M.A. Part-time Blended

2 years$16,284/yr

Tallinn University3,9(31)

Tallinn, Estonia Top 8% in Worldwide

Digital Learning Games

Digital Learning Games is a programme that combines game design with educational sciences and psychology. Video games are more than entertainment: they also offer unique ways of tackling educational and societal issues. We welcome educators, designers, developers, artists, and everyone else interested in creating innovative games that can help make the world a better place.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$7,029/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

Södertörn University4,2(11)

Stockholm, Sweden

User Experience and Interactive Media Design

The User Experience and Interactive Media Design program from Södertörn University provides students with the opportunity to qualify for work in media technology, with a particular focus on interaction design, user experience design, and the design of interactive media.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$17,522/yr

University of Lincoln4,1(50)

Lincoln, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide

Games Development and Design

The Games Development and Design programme from the University of Lincoln is designed to build on students’ existing computer programming skills, providing them with the knowledge and expertise to develop contemporary video games using a variety of advanced tools and platforms such as virtual reality.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,511/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$18,726/yr

New Jersey Institute of Technology4,4(52)

Newark, United States Top 3% in Worldwide

Digital Design

As digital media continue to proliferate, locally, regionally, nationally, and globally, the demand for qualified professionals able to fill positions in digital content creation, management, and distribution is growing. This Digital Design program is offered at the New Jersey Institute of Technology.

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

2 years$36,938/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

Charles University4,3(118)

Prague, Czech Republic Top 2% in Worldwide

Computer Science - Visual Computing and Game Development

Within the scope of Visual Computing, the Computer Science - Visual Computing and Game Development program from Charles University offers training in a wide range of visual sciences, including geometric modeling, rendering (image synthesis) as well as the basics of image analysis and computer vision.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$8,318/yr

Worcester Polytechnic Institute4,8(5)

Worcester, United States Top 5% in Worldwide

Interactive Media and Game Development

Interactive Media and Game Development is offered by Worcester Polytechnic Institute. Are you ready to take your technical knowledge, artistic vision, and passion for gaming to the next level? WPI’s nationally ranked master’s in Interactive Media & Game Development (IMGD) will get you there.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus

2 years$30,420/yr

The University for the Creative Arts4,2(86)

Farnham, United Kingdom

Games Design

MA Games Design from the The University for the Creative Arts combines the latest creative practice and academic research, placing you at the cutting edge of the global games industry.

M.A. Full-time On-campus

1 year$25,159/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

University of Hull4,2(93)

Hull, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide

Immersive Design in Extended Realities - Pre-Master’s Programme

The Immersive Design in Extended Realities - Pre-Master’s Programme at OnCampus Hull is a two semester programme, with guaranteed progression to the University of Hull. You will study your Master's programme at our Centre located at the heart of the University of Hull campus.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus

9 months$22,350/full

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