Interactive Storytelling Design: Video Games and Beyond

Entry requirements

We will consider applicants with a 2:2 Honours degree or above in a subject that has some relevance to the precepts of the course (Creative Writing, English Literature, Narrative Theory, Game Design, Interactive Design, Media/Cultural Studies, Film, Journalism, Art, Games, Digital Media, History, Drama, Business, Design, UX/Interaction Design, Communication), and/or demonstrable professional experience in a related industry (film, television, gaming, cultural heritage etc.)

You should also submit a small portfolio of creative, story-focussed work which demonstrates your interest in the form.

Months of entry

September

Course content

• Master the art of crafting engaging interactive experiences for the games industry and many others, blending narrative skills with interactive design.
• Gain sought-after skills in narrative design, UX, writing, creative coding and team-led project management, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
• Work at the cutting edge of narrative practice, creating experiences that entertain, educate, inspire and agitate, while exploring new types of authorship across different media and technologies.
• Iteratively develop creative concepts—from design documents and storyboards to industry-standard prototypes — culminating in proof-of-concepts, MVPs and finished work for your professional portfolio.
• Enhance your skills in creative and analytical thinking, tech literacy, systems thinking, AI and data engagement.

The MA in Interactive Storytelling Design explores the ever-changing relationship between digital technology and narrative, preparing you to create dynamic, code-driven experiences in the video games industry and many others.

You will be introduced to the universal principles of computation and interactivity that underpin experiences as varied as video games, virtual and augmented reality, hybrid installation work, locative and immersive audio experiences and more.

You will grow your technical and creative skills while engaging with some of the key challenges and opportunities of this form. By the end of the course, you will have a strong portfolio of creative and critical work, and a wide overview of the many industries and roles into which these new skills can take you.

Information for international students

International students need to show they have the required level of English language to study this course. The required test scores for this course fall under Profile E. Please visit our English language requirements page to view the required test scores and equivalencies from your country.

Fees and funding

We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit the postgraduate study pages on our website.