Games Studio Development MA at Coventry University

Programme overview

Explore the exciting world of digital games development in a studio learning model that prepares you for the workforce. Launch your games industry career with this master's course, designed for creatives from all backgrounds. Gain hands-on experience in the full game development process, collaborating with teams to design, build, and market innovative, playable games.

Faculty: College of Arts and Society | Duration: 1 year full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: January 2027, May 2027 | Location: Coventry, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules: Games in Context, How Games are Made, Researching and Pitching Games Concepts, Immersive Games Production Simulation, Springboard into Industry, Polishing Your Game to Perfection, Creative Futures and Social Change.

Career pathways

This course aims to help you develop the skills and knowledge needed for a career in the games industry. You'll explore how to lead creative teams and manage projects, from initial concept through to launch.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An honours degree 2:2 or above in a related discipline or appropriate professional/industrial experience. You may be invited to interview or asked to provide a portfolio of work. English: IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no component lower than 5.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time tuition as listed for the course for 2026/27 entry. Source

International applicants: GBP 19,500 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time tuition as listed for the course for 2026/27 entry. Source

Intake: January 2027, May 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.coventry.ac.uk/course-structure/pg/cas/games-studio-development-ma/

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