MA Computer Games Development (Art)
Anglia Ruskin University
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Channel your creativity and develop the next generation of video games. Join a multi-skilled team and become part of a vibrant games and technology community. If you have a degree in an art and design or computer games-related subject, our arts-based course will allow you to specialise in games art at Masters level.Study in Cambridge, home to developers including Jagex, Frontier Developments and Ninja Theory, and access cutting-edge research materials through our partnership with the Global ...Read more

Channel your creativity and develop the next generation of video games. Join a multi-skilled team and become part of a vibrant games and technology community. If you have a degree in an art and design or computer games-related subject, our arts-based course will allow you to specialise in games art at Masters level.Study in Cambridge, home to developers including Jagex, Frontier Developments and Ninja Theory, and access cutting-edge research materials through our partnership with the Global Science & Technology Forum.Boost your career prospects. With TIGA accreditation, this course gives you a badge of excellence to show future employers. Based in our gaming and technology hub, you'll enjoy having the latest technology at your fingertips and collaborating with other students on innovative projects.You’ll develop your design skills working on live briefs from companies such as Sony and Sumo Digital and learn how to create and publish successful games across a range of platforms. You’ll also attend games jams, industry talks, conferences and festivals, like our annual gaming-inspired event Gamebridge. At Gamebridge, students from across the country attend industry-led talks and 1-2-1 portfolio reviews, whilst showcasing their work and networking with companies such as Frontier and Jagex, as well as other like-minded students.

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103rd
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Source: Complete University Guide 2026
120th
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Matthew
24 Jan 24

Worst aspect is the student union as there isnt much going on. Best aspect is the facilities as they are of a very high standard for my..Read more

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Charles
24 Jan 24

It feels like a very safe place to be in with excellent diversity. The main issue that comes to mind is the lack of ways more quiet and introverted people can engage with things..Read more

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Entry requirements

Students need to have a good honours degree (or equivalent), normally in a related subject. Students with professional experience are also encouraged to apply.

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£9,300 per year

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£18,600 per year

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£18,600 per year

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Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University , Cambridge

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) offers gold standard teaching (Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), 2023) and expert tuition across...

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Anglia Ruskin University
East Road Cambridge Cambridgeshire CB1 1PT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Cambridge  0.4 miles away

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