Program Overview
The Game Design and Development at Rochester Institute of Technology is a MSc programme in Arts & Design over 24 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 arts & design. 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 Game Design and Development programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: USD 20,079 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 20,079 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Rochester, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Game Design and Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Game Development Processes
- Game Design
- Gameplay and Prototyping
- Colloquium in Game Design and Development
- Game Industry Themes and Perspectives
- Capstone Design
- Advanced Electives
- Colloquium in Game Design
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.25 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
To be considered for admission to the MS in game design and development, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:
- Hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant field, such as information technology, computer science, software engineering, or computer graphics. Students with undergraduate degrees in related disciplines such as computer animation or human-computer interaction may be considered.
- Submit official transcripts (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work.
- Have a minimum GPA of 3.25 or a first-class international degree with distinction.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 20,079 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 20,079 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: USD 20,079 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 20,079 (Tuition (Semester)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Rochester Institute of Technology 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 Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, United States
Rochester Institute of Technology is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months