MSc Computer Game Development
Wrexham University
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This course delivers the expertise required to professionalise the design and development of technical elements for highly polished game projects. The course facilitates graduates in games programming, AI design, game design, game engines, and game-based research to build a professional technical portfolio with an enhanced specialist skill set. You will: Gain valuable experience and insight by having the creative freedom to manage the development of your own game projects. Have full access to ...Read more

This course delivers the expertise required to professionalise the design and development of technical elements for highly polished game projects. The course facilitates graduates in games programming, AI design, game design, game engines, and game-based research to build a professional technical portfolio with an enhanced specialist skill set. You will: Gain valuable experience and insight by having the creative freedom to manage the development of your own game projects. Have full access to the Creative Industries Building, including primary access to our modern Game Development Suite, Design Studio, Podcast Suite, and TV Studio. Enjoy the benefits of close industry engagement with regular visits, notable guest speakers, presentations, discussion groups, and social events. Benefit from our internal Mentorship system, providing the opportunity to be matched with an experienced postgraduate student. Build a strong set of critical employability skills across technical and professional areas to support you into industry or self-employment. Join the flourishing network of Welsh creatives.

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129th
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Ashraf Arbaaz
04 Nov 25

One of the best parts of my university experience has been the support from lecturers and placement staff. They’re approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely want students to..Read more

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Sergio
03 Feb 25

The one thing that I would comment on, is that the clubs or societies don't have much going on throughout the year for what I have..Read more

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Entry requirements

The standard entry requirement for this programme is an honours degree of at least 2:2 classification in a Computer Science related subject area, or equivalent in any science-based degree with a strong computing element.

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£5,940 per year

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£12,500 per year

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£12,500 per year

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Ashraf Arbaaz
04 Nov 25
MSc Computer Game Development with Advanced Practice
One of the best parts of my university experience has been the support from lecturers and placement staff. They’re approachable, knowledgeable, and genuinely want students to...
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03 Feb 25
Computer Game Development
The one thing that I would comment on, is that the clubs or societies don't have much going on throughout the year for what I have...
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Wrexham University
Wrexham University , Wrexham

Wrexham University offers a wide range of postgraduate courses, along with part-time and professional qualifications....

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Wrexham University
Mold Road, Wrexham Wrexham Borough LL11 2AW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Wrexham General  0.2 miles away

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