The Computer Games Design MComp programme will follow an integrated, cohesive programme of study to postgraduate level, covering advanced topics. Students will learn to develop compelling games with exciting mechanics and strong gameplay, both as an individual and as part of a team. The focus of this programme is casual games development, the skills taught also apply to roles within the broader games industry. As well as developing core theoretical and practical design skills, students will also develop their entrepreneurial abilities to equip them for work as an independent developer in the social, casual and mobile games field. Themes include: game development; game mechanics; game prototyping; interface and level design.