Masters Compare - Find your perfect masters course.
Masters Compare - Find your perfect masters course.
Study Details: 1 academic year duration when studying full-time and 2-3 academic years duration for part-time.
Programming is the foundation of all software-reliant sectors and plays an essential role in any major games studio. Here’s your chance to develop the technical mastery that industry needs.
Our course covers everything from advanced graphics programming to artificial intelligence. You’ll also use cutting-edge technology, such as PlayStation 5, virtual reality spaces and bespoke arcade systems.
The Masters is ideal for graduates with a background in general software engineering, games programming, games development, computer science or similar technical disciplines. Alongside these areas, you’ll develop a deep understanding of the underpinning theory and philosophies of the subject.
You’ll normally need a 2:2 or above undergraduate qualification (or equivalent). Applicants should have a background in technical games programming or computer science, either from previous academic study or professional industry experience. Ideally, you will also have practical knowledge and experience with C++ or C# programming.
If you’re unsure whether your background fully meets these requirements, or if you have equivalent industry experience, please contact us we’re happy to discuss your eligibility and provide guidance.
Graduates from this course are highly sought after for their technical and programming expertise in the games industry. You will be positioned to successfully secure roles with major game development studios and innovative technology companies worldwide.
Potential career pathways could include:
⦁ Games Programmer
⦁ Technical Developer
⦁ Graphics Programmer
⦁ Game Engine Developer
⦁ Serious Games Developer
⦁ Systems Programmer
⦁ AI Programmer
⦁ Game Project Manager
⦁ Technical Lead
This course will also prepare you for further academic research or study at PhD level, as well as roles in teaching and academia.
Year 1 compulsory modules
⦁ Advanced Prototyping
⦁ Computer Science Applications For Games
⦁ Game Master Project
⦁ Graphics Programming
⦁ Professional Practice And Entrepreneurship
⦁ Project Management And Research Methods
⦁ Serious Games Applications And Development Methodologies
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