MSc Computer Games Development

On our MSc Computer Games Development, you’ll study core modules exploring the exciting world of games development from a practical perspective. You’ll also tackle an independent masters project with the support of our academic and technical team. 

You can choose to study the course full-time over one-year, or part-time, where you’ll complete the modules over two years. You may also choose to take an additional one-year optional industry placement on the full-time route.  You’ll be supported by academic staff and the University’s Careers and Employability Service to find a placement that is suited to you and your career ambitions.

Throughout the course, you will gain hands-on, applied experience of the technical aspects of developing computer games. As part of this, you’ll explore the practical aspects of game development, from programming to using industry-standard game development tools such as Unity and Unreal Engine. 

You'll be introduced to the analytical aspects of the game-making process. We’ll teach you to conduct playtesting sessions and how to use user research to ensure that your games effectively reach their target audience. 

In addition to developing your technical skills, you’ll gain key employability skills such as team working, report writing, project management, asset management, communication, and negotiation skills. You’ll be making games throughout the masters course, both individually and in teams. This means, with the support of our passionate games-focused staff at Manchester Met, you’ll be able to build a refined and diverse portfolio of games to help you work towards securing a job in the games industry. 

Finally, you’ll complete an in-depth research project. With guidance from your tutors, you’ll undertake a piece of research on a topic of your choice related to your studies. This will involve designing, implementing, and evaluating a substantial piece of software and documenting the research through writing a dissertation. 

This course is open to anyone with a UK honours degree in a STEM or games related subject – at least a 2:2 – or the international equivalent. We might also consider your application if you a have a relevant lower-level qualification, together with substantial professional experience in a related field.

International students please see mmu.ac.uk/international

Overseas applicants will require IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in any category, or an equivalent accepted English qualification.