MA Game Design at University of Liverpool

Gaming is the highest net-value entertainment medium on the planet, with the videogame market estimated to be worth $363 billion by 2027. This rapidly-growing industry needs graduates who possess not only the necessary creative skills, but a cultural and theoretical awareness. This exciting new programme builds on our popular Game Design BSc to equip students with the creative design skills that are in demand in this expanding industry.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Duration: 12 months full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first semester, you’ll be introduced to the principles of game design and UX. We will also take a close look at online and e-Sports gaming. Compulsory modules in semester one include Advanced Principles in Game Design, User Experience and Interface Design, Online and E-sports Game Design.

Career pathways

Digital games represent one of the fastest-growing forms of entertainment media. This programme aims to equip you with the technical, creative, and critical skills that will help you find employment in this dynamic and rapidly growing field, whilst assembling a professional portfolio of work.

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