MA Games Development
Course overview
The MA Games Development at the University of Portsmouth is a one-year (full-time) or two-year (part-time) master’s degree designed for students who want to focus on creating and producing original games. The programme gives students the creative freedom to develop their own major games project, supported by access to professional-level software, equipment, and expert academic guidance.
Throughout the MA Games Development in the University of Portsmouth, students will explore creative and technical aspects of game development, from concept and design to production and polish, enabling them to build a strong portfolio of original work and prepare for a career in games art, design, programming, or development.
Entry requirements
If you want to study MA Games Development at the University of Portsmouth, you must meet specific grade and English language criteria. Candidates are also required to submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying to the course and other relevant information about their studies. An appropriate academic and/or employer reference is also required.
Grade Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree (2nd Class Honours or above) in a relevant subject or equivalent professional experience/qualifications.
English Language Requirements:
- For international applicants or those whose first language is not English, an English-language qualification such as IELTS 6.0 overall (no component below 5.5) or recognised equivalent.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
GREAT Scholarships
The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.
Up to £10,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MA Games Development from the University of Portsmouth are prepared for a variety of technical and managerial roles in IT and networking, including:
- Games Artist / 3D Artist
- Games Designer
- Programmer / Software Developer for Games
- 3D Modeller / Digital Artist
- Technical Artist / Game Production Specialist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students studying the MA Games Development at the University of Portsmouth is £18,600 per year. Please note that tuition fees are subject to annual increases.
Admission
To apply for this programme, you’ll need to submit your application through the university’s postgraduate application system. To learn more about this process, please speak with one of our trained counsellors.
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