MA Games Development

The University of Portsmouth MA Games Development course is created for students who are interested in computer games design. This course provides students with an opportunity to participate in a creative project and helps improve their abilities for roles in the expanding creative sectors. The course takes a project-centred approach, allowing students to shape their creative work in games design and development.

In this course, students will gain access to modern software and equipment, including a Virtual Reality Lab and Motion Capture facilities. Teaching is supported by experienced academic staff and industry partners, and students’ evaluation includes detailed written comments on assignments and ongoing guidance from a project supervisor. 

The course is available both full-time (one year) and part-time (two years), with a start date in September 2025. This programme is a specialisation within the MA Creative Technologies course.

The University of Portsmouth provides a welcoming and supportive academic environment where students can do well and work towards their learning goals. The university has many undergraduate and postgraduate courses in different subject areas, such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business, and the Arts. 

The university also offers various support services, including personal tutors, student support advisors, and academic skills tutors, alongside modern facilities like the Centre for Creative and Immersive Extended Reality (CCIXR) and a Motion Capture Studio.

Applicants need to submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. They can also upload their CV along with their applications to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements: 

• Applicants for this course need at least a second-class honours degree, a Master's degree or its equivalent in a related subject. 
• Equivalent professional experience and/or qualifications may be accepted by the university.

English Proficiency:

• If you are from a country where English is not the main language, you will need to have a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 overall, with no individual section score below 5.5. You can also submit other equivalent test scores, like TOEFL and PTE.

International students studying full-time will pay £17,900 for the University of Portsmouth MA Games Development programme.

The University of Portsmouth offers various funding options to support its undergraduate and postgraduate students. Some of these scholarships include Government Postgraduate Master's Loans for eligible UK students. The university also provides scholarships and bursary opportunities specifically for international students. University of Portsmouth graduates may also be eligible for a 20% alumni tuition fee discount.

This Master's programme prepares graduates for various professional positions, such as:

• Games artist
• Games designer
• Programmer
• Software developer/engineer
• 3D modeller and designer
• Pursuing a practice-based postgraduate degree (PhD)

You can submit your application for this course directly to the university. Please speak with our trained advisors for help.