MSc Computer Games Programming

Program Overview

Goldsmiths' MSc Computer Games Programming equips aspiring game developers with industry-standard tools and programming skills. Students can tailor their studies, collaborate with other gaming enthusiasts, and build their portfolios through practical coursework and internship opportunities. The program fosters a vibrant gaming community and provides access to cutting-edge technology and facilities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Focuses on training individuals for careers in the game development industry.
• Utilizes state-of-the-art tools and game engines taught by industry professionals.
• Allows students to tailor their studies through a selection of optional modules.
• Encourages collaboration with students from other gaming-related courses.
• Facilitates portfolio building through practical coursework.
• Provides access to cutting-edge technology in dedicated game labs and facilities.
• Offers internship opportunities in the industry or research project alternatives.
• Includes an annual events program and game jams for immersive learning and networking.
• Grants access to a robust UK gaming community with innovative content creators.

Target Audience:

• Aspiring game developers and programmers.
• Developers seeking enhanced programming skills.
• Technical artists aiming to integrate code with interactive and procedural artwork.
• Game designers looking to translate their ideas into functional code.
• Creative individuals leveraging interactive technologies in their projects.

Entry Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree (second-class standard minimum) in relevant field (e.g., Game Design/Programming or Computer Science).
• Non-graduates with relevant experience and demonstrably equivalent ability may be considered.
• Interviews or additional work samples may be requested in certain cases.
• International qualifications must satisfy Goldsmiths' requirements.
• English language proficiency demonstrated through 6.5+ overall IELTS score (no sub-score below 6.0).

Fees & Funding:

• Annual tuition fees (2024/2025):
• Home - full-time: £TBC
• Home - part-time: £TBC
• International - full-time: £TBC
• Part-time study while on non-student visas requires individual inquiry.
• Fees payment instructions available in Goldsmiths' payment guide.
• BAFTA Scholarship Programme available for eligible UK students.

Scholarships:

• MA/MFA Computational Arts Scholarships (six awarded annually to full-time students)
• MSc Data Science Pathways Scholarships (partial tuition fee waivers for new full-time students)
• MSc User Experience Engineering European Scholarships (two partial fee-waivers for 46 Member States applicants excluding UK)
• MSc User Experience Engineering Latin America Scholarships (two partial fee-waivers for Latin America applicants)

Annual tuition fees

These are the fees for students starting their programme in the 2024/2025 academic year. Home - full-time: £TBC Home - part-time: £TBC There may also be specific additional costs associated with your programme.