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A degree in game development is perfect for students looking to turn their video gaming hobby into an enjoyable career. It's a discipline that blends elements of mathematics, computer science, and graphic design.

You'll learn about every step of the game development process, from design through to completion. As well as building your technical skills in programming, animation, and storytelling, you'll learn about the theory behind successful games. You'll put what you've learned into practice by working on your own game development project.

Gaming is a multi-million-pound global industry. By studying abroad, you'll see how people all over the world enjoy and engage with video games. You'll learn from experts in the field, discover new technologies, and unlock your creativity.

Game Development program structure

Bachelor's degrees in game development usually last three years, or four years if you complete an industry placement. Placements offer an invaluable insight into the sector and help you to hone your professional skills.

If you choose to take your undergraduate degree in the US, you'll study over four years. You'll complete two years of liberal arts classes before declaring a major in game development for the rest of your program.

If you want to continue your education, you can enroll in a postgraduate qualification. Master's degrees in game development last between one and two years, while a PhD will add another four to six years to your studies.

Your timetable will be made up of a mixture of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical workshops, and computer labs. Here are some of the core modules that feature on most programs around the world:

Introduction to game and entertainment studies
Theory of game development
Experimental gameplay
Digital graphics and animation
Algorithms and data structures
2D design
3D design
Digital scripting and storytelling

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Game development undergraduate programs

Bachelor's
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Bachelor's in game development

Program type

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years

Annual tuition fee

15,500 GBP
Fees are displayed in the university's local currency

Start date

September

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Program type

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years

Annual tuition fee

16,300 GBP
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Start date

September

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Program type

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years

Annual tuition fee

16,647 USD
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Start date

January, August

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Program type

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years

Annual tuition fee

29,630 USD
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Start date

January, August

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Program type

Bachelor's

Duration

4 years

Annual tuition fee

31,100 USD
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Start date

January, August

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Diploma in game development

Program type

Undergraduate diploma

Duration

3 years

Annual tuition fee

16,531 CAD
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Start date

September

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Program type

Undergraduate diploma

Duration

2 years

Annual tuition fee

11,000 CAD
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Start date

January, April, July, October

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Certificate in game development

Program type

Undergraduate certificate

Duration

1 year

Annual tuition fee

13,500 USD
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Start date

January, June, August

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Game development graduate programs

Master's
Certificate

Master's in game development

Program type

Master's

Duration

1 year

Annual tuition fee

14,000 GBP
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Start date

September

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Program type

Master's

Duration

1 year

Annual tuition fee

17,000 GBP
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Start date

September

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Certificate in game development

Program type

Postgraduate certificate

Duration

1 year

Annual tuition fee

16,726 CAD
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Start date

September

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Program type

Postgraduate certificate

Duration

1 year

Annual tuition fee

28,790 CAD
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Start date

September

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Future game development careers

As a game development student, you'll have the tools needed to kickstart a fun and fast-paced career.

You could apply your theoretical, creative, and technical skills to a range of sectors, including games design, multimedia production, marketing, and IT. Here are some of the careers you'd be best prepared for:

Games developer
Games programmer
Games tester
Software developer
2D or 3D artist
VFX artist
Animator
Audio specialist

If you'd like some extra information about the job opportunities available to you, arrange a chat with one of your university's career advisors. They'll also be able to support with CV writing, interview techniques, and much more.