Overview

The Computer Science for Games Programming from The University of Hull you'll learn how to create games for a living, exploring the technical aspects of game development and the underlying fundamentals of computer science.

Master C++ programming. And study a range of core concepts such as physics simulation, concurrency, advanced graphics, artificial intelligence, and game engine architecture.

You’ll benefit from our close links with tech giants such as Sony, Microsoft and Nintendo. Our courses reflect the latest industry insight, so our graduates have the highly specialised set of skills they need to be at the forefront of this dynamic sector.

We also host frequent talks by industry experts. Many of them our own graduates working in games development around the world.

Future prospects

The demand for qualified game programmers and developers is huge and our graduates are highly sought after. Some have gone on to work on Triple A games like Grand Theft Auto 5, Burnout Paradise and Need for Speed.

We have strong links with many of the UK's top game studios. Some have recruited straight from our department and several Master’s students have had job offers before they graduated.

You could go on to further study with a PhD. Or set up and grow your own tech business.

You’ll also become part of our extensive network of Hull graduates working in the games industry across the world – many of them company directors and technical leads.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Commercial Development Practice

Real-Time Graphics

C++ Programming and Design

Simulation and Concurrency

Cutting Edge Concepts

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-08-11 00:00:00 , National

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For Home applicants, we recommend that you apply 6 weeks before the start of the programme.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hull, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Game Design Computer Sciences Artificial Intelligence View 91 other Masters in Game Design in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

TYPICAL OFFER: 2:2 in relevant subject area

A minimum 2:2 Bachelor Honours (or international equivalent) in “Computer Science” or “Software Engineering” with at least 40 credits (or equivalent) of a high-level objected oriented programming language such as Java, C++ or C#.

Additional entry requirements for this course :

You will be required to submit a personal statement as a part of your application which sets out the extent of your programming experience, stating languages used and levels of proficiency in each. If you would like to discuss this with a member of academic staff who can help you to assess whether their degree will be sufficient preparation then we will be happy to arrange this.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

13800 GBP / year

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13800 GBP / year

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Living costs

Hull

United Kingdom

729 - 1384 GBP / month

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Funding

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