Program Overview
The Computer Games at University of Essex is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computer Games programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Colchester, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Games programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Game Design
- Game Artificial Intelligence
- Physics-Based Games
- Mobile & Social Application Programming
- MSc Project and Dissertation
- Professional Practice and Research Methodology
- Group Project (Incorporating a Game Jam)
- Intelligent Systems and Robotics (optional)
- Machine Learning and Data Mining (optional)
- Text Analytics (optional)
- Virtual Worlds (optional)
- High-Level Games Development (optional)
- Natural Language Engineering (optional)
- Creating and Growing a New Business Venture (optional)
- Data Science and Decision Making (optional)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A degree with an overall grade of 2:2 and above.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,200 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Essex directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Essex
University of Essex
Colchester, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline Jul, 2026
- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
