Video Game Enterprise, Production and Design - MSc

This course is designed for students who are passionate about video games and want to develop their skills in game production and design. You will learn how to create engaging and immersive gaming experiences, as well as the business and entrepreneurial aspects of the industry. Our course is taught by experienced professionals with industry connections, providing you with the opportunity to gain real-world experience through collaborations and internships. By the end of the course, you will have a deep understanding of the video game industry and be prepared to pursue a career as a producer, designer or entrepreneur.

Additional Information

Our course covers a wide range of topics including game design, 3D modeling and texturing, animation, programming, and project management. You will also have the opportunity to specialize in areas such as virtual reality, augmented reality, and mobile games. Our students have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including a dedicated game development studio and a range of software tools. In addition, we offer regular guest lectures from industry professionals and networking opportunities with potential employers.

Unlock Your Potential: Study Video Game Enterprise, Production and Design at Birmingham City University

Birmingham City University is a great choice for students interested in video games due to our strong links with the industry. Our staff have worked on major game titles and have a deep understanding of the industry, which they bring into the classroom. Our graduates have gone on to work at top game development studios and publishers, as well as starting their own successful companies. Plus, our location in Birmingham provides access to a thriving games development scene with many major players based in the area.

MSc Video Game Enterprise, Production and Design (Gamer Camp: Biz) has been created in partnership with the likes of Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, Codemasters, Rare and Exient. It provides the experience of working to deadlines as part of the multi-disciplined, project team to produce playable games to a professional standard. You will work in a simulated studio environment over full-time office hours, on real game briefs set with one or more of our partner developers. It's a winning formula, with mentoring from industry veterans and support from leading game development teams. Recent graduates from Gamer Camp are employed by companies including TT Games, Creative Assembly, Ubisoft, Codemasters, and Rockstar Games.

Confidence to run a business and/or creative technical software development team