COURSE CURRICULUM

The MA in Games Design offers a comprehensive curriculum that blends creative, technical, and professional skills to prepare students for the gaming and interactive media industry. Students begin with core modules such as storytelling and worldbuilding, which develop their ability to create engaging narratives, along with creative practice and artificial intelligence to explore the role of emerging technologies in game design. Business skills for creative practice are also included to support career development and industry readiness. The program focuses on key areas like games design communication, ideation to playtesting, and digital prototyping, guiding students through the full development process from concept to playable experience. A range of optional modules, including level design, place-based interaction, asset development, sound recording, podcasting, and emerging technologies, allows students to tailor their learning based on specific interests and career goals. Work experience opportunities provide practical industry exposure and help students build professional networks. The course emphasises both creativity and technical expertise, encouraging innovation and collaboration. It culminates in a major project, where students develop a substantial piece of work that demonstrates their ability to design, test, and refine a game, preparing them for careers in game development and interactive design.