The Master of Science in Games Technology at Coventry University develops advanced programming skills in game engines and emerging technologies while building a strong portfolio. It provides industry and entrepreneurial experience and prepares graduates for roles such as gameplay programmer or engine programmer.
The course is designed for professionals in any computational discipline with an interest in games technology. It advances programming experience and skills in C++ and C# with a focus on game engines and collaborative development. It develops the key skills needed for industry-relevant roles such as gameplay programming, engine programming, technical art, or tools programming. Students engage in teamwork and collaborative projects using industry-standard version control approaches.
- Portfolio and assessment: Modules are designed to help students create portfolio artifacts that are directly aligned with assessments, including the outputs of three individual projects, a group project, and a dissertation. A high-quality portfolio of artefacts is built to support applications for jobs.
- Career preparation: The program prepares graduates for a career as professional software developers and equips them to begin a career in the games industry.
- Technologies and design: It advances software development skills in C++ and C#, explores game engines such as Unity and Unreal, and examines emerging technologies like AR/VR. It enhances algorithmic design skills to translate them into effective GPU and CPU programming, enabling graduates to tackle research-oriented problems with greater capacity.
- Industry engagement: Students participate in opportunities such as Global Game Jam.
- Local networks and events: There are many local game societies around Leamington Spa (Silicon Spa) and regular industry events throughout the West Midlands that students may attend and join.
- Industry placement: Students can gain practical experience and boost their CV with an additional professional placement. See the modules for more details.
