Computer Games MSc

Program Overview

This Master of Science program in Computer Games provides a comprehensive exploration of game design and development, encompassing both theoretical and practical aspects. Through hands-on projects and industry expert feedback, students gain the skills to create innovative and engaging games. The program also examines the broader context of games, including their social, cultural, and economic significance, preparing graduates for a wide range of careers in the game industry.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

It equips students with the skills to design and develop innovative and engaging games utilizing the latest tools and technologies. The program fosters an environment of creativity, encouraging students to explore the cutting edge of game design and development. This hands-on approach ensures that graduates are well-prepared to enter the competitive gaming industry.

Outline:

The program is comprised of eight core modules:

Artificial Intelligence in Games:

Explores AI techniques employed in games, and teaches game-specific AI development utilizing deep learning and other cutting-edge approaches.

Multi-platform Game Development:

Provides hands-on experience with the development of cross-platform games compatible with consoles, PC, and mobile devices.

Advanced Game Development:

Delves deeper into game programming using C++ and focuses on advanced topics such as 2D and 3D graphics, OpenGL, physics, and user input systems.

Fundamentals of Game Design:

Provides a foundational understanding of game design principles and practices, with a focus on user experience and game mechanics.

Interactive Agents and Procedural Generation:

Covers the development of complex, interactive agents within game environments, and the generation of content.

Computational Game Design:

Bridges the gap between computational and data-oriented approaches to game design and analyzes game design using methods like game theory.

Computational Creativity:

Explores the field of computational creativity, delving into creative AI procedures, philosophical aspects, and the application of AI to artistic domains and video game design.

Project:

This is a capstone project where students choose and develop their own game concept, applying the skills and knowledge gained throughout the program.

Assessment:

The final project, which accounts for a significant portion of the overall grade, assesses the student's ability to apply the knowledge and skills gained throughout the program to develop a fully-fledged game.

Teaching:

Students also benefit from guest lectures by industry professionals and access to research labs equipped with state-of-the-art technology. This ensures that students receive a high-quality education grounded in the latest research and industry practices.

Careers:

The program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to pursue a wide range of careers in the game industry, including:

• Game Designer
• Game Developer
• Programmer
• Artist
• Researcher
• Project Manager
• Product Manager

Other:

Home: £12,650 Overseas: £29,950