MDes Games Design and Development at Heriot Watt University Edinburgh | |
Course Duration | 1 Years |
Course Intake | September |
Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
Course Level | Postgraduate |
Tution Fees | £ 19,800 |
English Language Requirment | |
IELTS | 6.5 |
TOEFL | 90 |
PTE | 58 |
If you too are interested in a career in games design, our brand new Master of Design (MDes) programme in Games Design and Development allows you to explore your own creativity, develop game ideas, and launch your own games
Design your own games
The School of Mathematical and Computer Sciences is delighted to introduce a new Master of Design (MDes) programme in Games Design and Development, available for 2019 entry. This innovative programme provides students with a unique opportunity to design and develop their own computer game to the highest industry standards while gaining hands-on experience with the product lifecycle, gathering technical and professional skills, and further practical entrepreneurship knowledge. It is the perfect stepping stone to enable students to smoothly transition to design and programming roles in the games industry.
Our new Games Studio
The introduction of this Masters degree coincides with the launch of the new purpose-built Games Studio inside our new £19m innovation and entrepreneurship GRID building. As there are only a handful of universities worldwide capable of offering such design-led programmes, this studio will provide students with a unique mixture of practical supervised studio learning experience, technical know-how, and an interdisciplinary entrepreneurship approach to Games production.
Programme structure
This Masters degree aims to concentrate on delivering a practical learning experience where students will be able to design game ideas, program prototypes, and fully release/publish their own game concepts at the end of their studies. The structure of this Masters degree concentrates in three aspects of games development: design, programming and entrepreneurship. As so, this programme includes two studio-based courses which are aligned with the industrial games development life cycle. Furthermore, there are two entrepreneurial components to the programme to allow students to fully exploit their creations in industry or by launching their own spin-out bespoke indie studios.
Specific tuition fees and other expenses at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh can vary based on several factors:
However, to provide a general idea:
For Undergraduate Students:
For Postgraduate Students:
Other Expenses:
Please note that these figures are approximate and could have changed after 2021. Fees can also increase annually due to inflation and other factors. For the most accurate, up-to-date information on tuition fees and other expenses, you should consult the official Heriot-Watt University website or contact their admissions or finance department directly.
International students applying through UCAS can find their exact tuition expenses by submitting the Fee Status Enquiry form. The cost of living will be determined by the course opted as well as the applicant's nationality. Edinburgh has a comparatively lower cost than other UK cities. Estimate cost of living on and off-campus for UK Campuses is tabulated below:
Expenses | Cost in Pounds(Monthly) |
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Hall Fees | £500- £735 |
Food/Toiletries/Laundry | £175 |
Social | £140 |
Mobile Phone | £25 |
Books and Equipment | May vary |
Travel | £1.80/per bus ticket |
Total | £865- £1,100 |
Living in a rented flat may vary according to the type of accommodation and facilities being availed. The estimated monthly cost including food and travel is £923.
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
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Undergraduate | £ 14,800 |
Postgraduate | 14,800 |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Cost Per Year | |
Overall cost of living | £ 11,600 |
Campus accommodation | £ 6,890 |
* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh English score required | |
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IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
IELTS Postgraduate | 6.5 |
TOEFL Undergraduate | 80 |
TOEFL Postgraduate | 90 |
* Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh University Contact Details |
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Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Address |
Campus The Avenue,Edinburgh Campus The Avenue EH14 4AS |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Email |
studywithus@hw.ac.uk |
Heriot Watt University Edinburgh Phone |
+44 (0) 131 449 5111 |