Our Computer Game Engineering MSc will enable you to become a software engineer in game engine technologies, real-time graphics programming and simulation technologies.
In collaboration with a number of high profile industrial leaders and computer game innovators, we have created an advanced course producing graduates with the potential to become future leaders in the global computer games industry.
The course is for honours graduates in computing science or a discipline with significant computing and/or mathematical content, such as computing, information systems, mathematics, engineering, systems engineering or physics.
You will benefit from:
Newcastle has a first class record of research related to the development of computer game technologies and 97% of our graduates are in employment following graduation. Our graduates have gone on to work as programmers for a wide range of companies including:
The staff delivering this course have international reputations for their contributions to the fields of online gaming, graphics and simulation, artificial intelligence, programming and human computer interaction.
You will be encouraged to play a full part in the life of the School, participating in seminars delivered by distinguished external speakers. The experienced and helpful staff at Newcastle will be happy to offer support with all aspects of your course from admissions to graduation and developing your career beyond.
The course culminates in a Project and Dissertation in Computer Game Engineering. This five month project gives you a real opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills. You will also gain work experience in a research or development team. You can carry out your project in:
You will enjoy one-to-one supervision from an experienced member of staff. You will also be supported by supervision from industry partners as required. For your project you may collaborate with developers in the game industry who make up the course's industrial advisory board.
A 2:2 honours degree, or international equivalent, in computing science or a discipline with significant computing and/or mathematical content, such as:
Typically we recognise 58% from section 1 universities and 60% from section 2 and 3 universities as comparable to a 2.1 and 55% from section 1 and 2 universities and 58% from section 3 universities as comparable to a 2.2.
This can be in any of the following qualifications:
University Type | Public |
Campus Setting | Urban |
Establishment Year | 1834 |
Endowment | £ 80.6 million |
International fee | UG: £ 32,323 PG: £ 30,150 |
Mode of Program | Full time, distance and online |
Expenses | Estimated cost in pounds |
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Undergraduate tuition fee | 20,747 |
Postgraduate tuition fee | 18,574 |
On-campus accommodation | 8,746 |
Average cost of living | 11,576 |
Candidates can refer to the official website of the University for Details regarding specific courses.
UG applications- Apply through the Universities and Colleges Admission (UCAS).
PG applications- Apply through University’s online application system
UG Courses: January 15th, for Medicine –October 15th
PG Courses: Varies as per programs
English Test | Minimum scores required |
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IELTS Academic | 6.5; minimum 5.5 in all components |
iBT TOEFL | 90 |
PTE | 62, 51 minimum in each component |
CPE, CAE | 176 |
IGCSE | Grade C |
Tuition Fees in UK (1st Year Average) | MS: £17276 | MBA: £17276 | BE/Btech: £16632 | BBA: £15130 | BSc: £16632 | MFin: £19000 | MA: £15560 | MIM: £18241 | MEM: £16950 | MArch: £14271 | BHM: £12662 | MIS: £15344 | MEng: £12876 | MBBS: £28865| MPharm: £15452 |
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK | £850 to £1,050 a month |
Entrance Exams in UK | TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590 |
Work and Study in UK | Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit. |
Post Study Work Permit in UK | 2 Year after graduation depending on the course. |
Cost of Student Visa in UK | £348 |
Student Visa in UK | Your nationality, duration of your stay and purpose of your stay are the three essential factors for UK visa. For Non-EU students UK visa is mandatory. |
Intakes in UK | There are mainly two intakes in UK: January/February & September/October. |
Top Job Sectors in UK | IT Engineering, Product Design, Mobile Development, Designers, Logistics, etc. |
Economy in UK | Growth Rate: 1.3% (2018) 1.4% (2019) 1.4% (2020e), 6th Largest Economy in the World by Nominal |
Tuition & fees :
£ 24,900
Total
£ 24,900