Games Engineering
12 monthsProgramme duration
37,460 GBPTuition Fee/year
31 Aug, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
As a postgraduate student of Games Engineering, you will be engaged in one of the most performance-driven elements of computer science, and will be well prepared to launch your career as an expert developer in the multi-billion pound computer games industry.
Video game development is a highly complex software engineering process that requires expertise in diverse fields such as high-performance graphics, programming, data structures, physics, acoustics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, networking, and modelling.
You will gain comprehensive training in the game development process, learning both theoretical foundations and practical techniques for creating game engines from scratch, as well as working with established engines to understand their capabilities and limitations. Becoming an expert developer requires a strong grasp of algorithmic concepts and proficiency in high-level programming languages.
You will not only master languages like C++ and Python but also develop a conceptual understanding of core computing principles, using programming as a means to explore these ideas. Building on these foundations, you will also explore visual computing, particularly computer graphics, which applies algorithmic and programming principles to create interactive, visually rich experiences. These skills are not only central to video game engineering but are also widely applied across commercial, industrial, and educational domains.
Reasons to study Games Engineering MSc at Warwick
Video game development is a highly complex software engineering process that requires expertise in diverse fields such as high-performance graphics, programming, data structures, physics, acoustics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, networking, and modelling.
You will gain comprehensive training in the game development process, learning both theoretical foundations and practical techniques for creating game engines from scratch, as well as working with established engines to understand their capabilities and limitations. Becoming an expert developer requires a strong grasp of algorithmic concepts and proficiency in high-level programming languages.
You will not only master languages like C++ and Python but also develop a conceptual understanding of core computing principles, using programming as a means to explore these ideas. Building on these foundations, you will also explore visual computing, particularly computer graphics, which applies algorithmic and programming principles to create interactive, visually rich experiences. These skills are not only central to video game engineering but are also widely applied across commercial, industrial, and educational domains.
Reasons to study Games Engineering MSc at Warwick
- Skills development: Gain advanced expertise in high-performance graphics, programming, data structures, physics, acoustics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, networking, modelling and rendering.
- Research informed: Developed in collaboration with Warwick's Visualisation Research Group, this master's degree draws on particular expertise in visual computing, including computer graphics, vision, imaging, distributed and parallel systems, human computer interaction, and AI.
- Expertise: Learn from a team of highly experienced engineers and scientists actively researching at the forefront of their field. Programme content is informed by the latest academic research and industry insight.
- Industry relevance: Understand the bigger picture of how game studios operate, the roles within a studio, and how all the complicated software components are connected in the game development process.
- Academic excellence: Study within the interdisciplinary WMG department, the largest academic department at the University of Warwick where technology and engineering meet business and management.
- Facilities: Benefit from industry-standard hardware, provided to you for your personal use for the duration of the programme.
- Scale and reputation: Be part of the WMG department with 1400 full-time MSc students across a portfolio of programmes, and 34 research groups driving over 40% of all research conducted at the University of Warwick.
- Career development: Develop an industry standard portfolio throughout the course and enjoy networking and placement opportunities with leaders in the games industry.
- Location and reputation: The University of Warwick is one of the UK's leading universities for teaching, industry engagement and research. We are located next to Leamington Spa, nicknamed 'Silicon Spa' – which is home to the largest group of games development companies in the UK, outside of London. Local gaming companies include: Sega, Ubisoft, Playground, and Codemasters. The University of Warwick also has a strong reputation for gaming, and was recently rated as the best university for gamers in the UK by Uswitch. This is thanks to Warwick's Esports Society; our state-of-the-art campus facilities, including dedicated gaming rooms, high-performance gaming PCs and gaming consoles; and overall student gaming experience.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Computer Science and Information Systems
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
As a postgraduate student of Games Engineering, you will be engaged in one of the most performance-driven elements of computer science, and will be well prepared to launch your career as an expert developer in the multi-billion pound computer games industry.
Video game development is a highly complex software engineering process that requires expertise in diverse fields such as high-performance graphics, programming, data structures, physics, acoustics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, networking, and modelling.
You will gain comprehensive training in the game development process, learning both theoretical foundations and practical techniques for creating game engines from scratch, as well as working with established engines to understand their capabilities and limitations. Becoming an expert developer requires a strong grasp of algorithmic concepts and proficiency in high-level programming languages.
You will not only master languages like C++ and Python but also develop a conceptual understanding of core computing principles, using programming as a means to explore these ideas. Building on these foundations, you will also explore visual computing, particularly computer graphics, which applies algorithmic and programming principles to create interactive, visually rich experiences. These skills are not only central to video game engineering but are also widely applied across commercial, industrial, and educational domains.
Reasons to study Games Engineering MSc at Warwick
Video game development is a highly complex software engineering process that requires expertise in diverse fields such as high-performance graphics, programming, data structures, physics, acoustics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, networking, and modelling.
You will gain comprehensive training in the game development process, learning both theoretical foundations and practical techniques for creating game engines from scratch, as well as working with established engines to understand their capabilities and limitations. Becoming an expert developer requires a strong grasp of algorithmic concepts and proficiency in high-level programming languages.
You will not only master languages like C++ and Python but also develop a conceptual understanding of core computing principles, using programming as a means to explore these ideas. Building on these foundations, you will also explore visual computing, particularly computer graphics, which applies algorithmic and programming principles to create interactive, visually rich experiences. These skills are not only central to video game engineering but are also widely applied across commercial, industrial, and educational domains.
Reasons to study Games Engineering MSc at Warwick
- Skills development: Gain advanced expertise in high-performance graphics, programming, data structures, physics, acoustics, artificial intelligence, machine learning, networking, modelling and rendering.
- Research informed: Developed in collaboration with Warwick's Visualisation Research Group, this master's degree draws on particular expertise in visual computing, including computer graphics, vision, imaging, distributed and parallel systems, human computer interaction, and AI.
- Expertise: Learn from a team of highly experienced engineers and scientists actively researching at the forefront of their field. Programme content is informed by the latest academic research and industry insight.
- Industry relevance: Understand the bigger picture of how game studios operate, the roles within a studio, and how all the complicated software components are connected in the game development process.
- Academic excellence: Study within the interdisciplinary WMG department, the largest academic department at the University of Warwick where technology and engineering meet business and management.
- Facilities: Benefit from industry-standard hardware, provided to you for your personal use for the duration of the programme.
- Scale and reputation: Be part of the WMG department with 1400 full-time MSc students across a portfolio of programmes, and 34 research groups driving over 40% of all research conducted at the University of Warwick.
- Career development: Develop an industry standard portfolio throughout the course and enjoy networking and placement opportunities with leaders in the games industry.
- Location and reputation: The University of Warwick is one of the UK's leading universities for teaching, industry engagement and research. We are located next to Leamington Spa, nicknamed 'Silicon Spa' – which is home to the largest group of games development companies in the UK, outside of London. Local gaming companies include: Sega, Ubisoft, Playground, and Codemasters. The University of Warwick also has a strong reputation for gaming, and was recently rated as the best university for gamers in the UK by Uswitch. This is thanks to Warwick's Esports Society; our state-of-the-art campus facilities, including dedicated gaming rooms, high-performance gaming PCs and gaming consoles; and overall student gaming experience.
Admission Requirements
6.5+
In order to meet our academic entry requirement, you should have obtained the minimum of a UK 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalentLink opens in a new window) in a relevant technical subject.
Games Engineering is designed for graduates looking to progress into advanced technical positions so a strong STEM background is essential. Advanced programming skills will be an advantage, but candidates with the fundamentals of programming will be trained in C++.
Games Engineering is designed for graduates looking to progress into advanced technical positions so a strong STEM background is essential. Advanced programming skills will be an advantage, but candidates with the fundamentals of programming will be trained in C++.
31 Aug 2026
1 Year
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
13,040 GBP
International
37,460 GBP
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