Taught course

Computer Games Technology

Institution
City, University of London · Department of Computer Science
Qualifications
MSc

Entry requirements

To apply for this course, you will need to hold a Bachelor's degree with lower second-class honours or above, or overseas equivalent in a numerate subject with substantial computing content.

Previous academic and commercial experience is also considered and normally involves programming.

Other suitable qualifications:
If you do not qualify for direct entry, you may wish to follow a Graduate Diploma pathway to the programme through one of our partners.

INTO City, University of London:
If you do not meet the entry requirements, INTO City, University of London offers a range of academic and English language programmes to help you prepare for study at City, University of London. You will learn from experienced teachers in a dedicated international study centre.

These programmes are designed for international students who do not meet the required academic and English language requirements for direct entry. To prepare for this degree course, learn more about the Graduate Diploma in Informatics.

Kaplan International College London:
City works in partnership with Kaplan International College (KIC) London to provide preparatory courses for international students. Pre-Masters courses at KIC London offer you comprehensive support to help you complete your postgraduate study at City. Progression to this degree is guaranteed if you complete the KIC London Pre-Masters course at the required level.

Months of entry

September

Course content

This MSc is aimed at students with a passion for computer games and a strong interest in programming. It is designed to develop your career in the games industry. The course will help you build on your undergraduate degree (which should be in a numerate subject with substantial computing content) or help you update your skills after a time in industry as a computing professional.

Objectives:
The Computer Games Technology MSc will help you to develop:

  • Strong technical skills suitable for professional programming roles in the game industry.
  • Specialist knowledge in computer graphics, AI, physics and audio.
  • The ability to design and build game engines from scratch in industry standard languages, including C++.
  • Knowledge of the games development process, including the pitch, design, and use of a game engine to build a demo.
  • Experience of the planning, management and execution of a major games technology project.

Fees and funding

Please visit: https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/postgraduate/computer-games-technology

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • MSc
    part time
    24 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    full time
    12-15 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Programmes Office
Email
sstpgtadmissions@city.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0)20 7040 0248