MSc High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering at University of Leeds

Programme overview

MSc High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering is a one-year on-campus Masters for computer science graduates who want to specialise in computer graphics for the games industry. It was developed with an industry steering group.

Department: School of Computer Science | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Foundations of Computer Graphics, Advanced Rendering (30 credits), Modelling and Animation, a Group Project (45 credits), a Research Seminar and a 60-credit MSc Project, covering low-level and multi-core programming and game engine and tool development.

Career pathways

Games industry roles such as software developer, graphics and rendering technology leader, games development leader or technical director; also embedded systems, animation and visual production.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in computer science, with significant programming (including C++), systems development, data structures, algorithms and linear algebra. Applicants with a 2:2 in computer science plus relevant work experience or professional qualifications are encouraged to apply. IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 14,700 for the whole programme (2027/28). UK fee, total for the programme Source

International applicants: GBP 34,600 for the whole programme (2027/28). International fee, total for the programme Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

Explore more study programmes

Engineering