The Art of Video Games (Integrated Masters)

Create the games you want to play

The UK consumer games market was worth a record £7.82bn in 2023 (source Ukie, 2024). Games tools and skills can also be applied to lots of other industries, including VFX, virtual production, architecture, real-time immersive media (theme parks and entertainment) or even the medical and engineering professions. The opportunities are endless.

This programme has been developed with video games experts to give you skills that are relevant and in demand in the industry. As well as software and creative skills, you’ll develop your experience and soft skills and start building your network of studio contacts. You’ll graduate with a portfolio of high-quality work, ready to apply to work on your dream game.

You’ll learn from experienced tutors who’ve worked at the likes of EA, Rebellion and Codemasters.

Why choose this course

+ Ranked 1st in the world for Production Excellence in Immersive Media by The Rookies

+ Based in London - home of some to the best video games studios in the world

+ Partnership with Epic Games - the first Unreal Engine Authorized Training Center in the UK and an Unreal Engine Academic Partner. Our certified tutors also run short courses for studios who want their staff to be trained in Unreal Engine

+ We’re a member of TIGA, the trade association for the UK video games industry, with the vision to make the UK the best place in the world to develop video games.

+ Work on industry-standard briefs and experience real-life scenarios, just like in a professional studio

+ Successful alumni - you’ll join our community of thousands of Escapees, many of whom have gone on to work at some of the world’s top studios including Creative Assembly, Epic Games, Playground Games, Rare and Rockstar Games

+ Study in a studio environment that mirrors current industry practice, using professional software such as Unreal Engine

+ Professional input - our advisory board of experts, from the likes of Creative Assembly and Improbable, help develop and keep this degree up to date. You will also receive feedback on some of your work from industry professionals

+ Specialism - tutors will help you to choose from advanced modelling, advanced lighting, advanced texturing and materials, real-time FX and foliage.