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MA Games Development (Art)

Introduction

Channel your creativity and develop the next generation of video games. Join a multi-skilled team and become part of a vibrant games and technology community.

Course Options

• 12 months full-time
• 24 months part-time
• September start date
• Cambridge location

Key Facts

• Study options: 12 months full-time
• Start dates: September
• Location: Cambridge
• Fees:
  • £9,800 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £19,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Student Work

• Aditya Panchbhai, AMP-LS 2149, 2024: Convertible ambulance developed to be operational on the harsh and diverse terrains of the Avatar universe.
• Aditya Panchbhai, Nandighosh, 2024: Spacecraft inspired by Arjuna's chariot from the epics of Mahabharata, blending historical and futuristic sci-fi elements.
• Raghad Rudy Ahmad, Dorado, 2024: A recreation of the Overwatch map ‘Dorado’ with the Day of the Dead theme.
• Raghad Rudy Ahmad, Zeniba's Cottage, 2024: A stylised recreation of Zeniba's cottage from Spirited Away.
• Sanzhan Zhaksylyk, Coven Ahri, 2024: Recreation of the Coven skin for Ahri from League of Legends.
• Sanzhan Zhaksylyk, Snow Moon Morgana, 2024: Recreation of the Snow Moon skin for Morgana from League of Legends.
• Tony Hsu, Surreal Liminal Space, 2024: Surreal liminal space where antique appliances serve as containers to store dreams and consciousness.
• Tony Hsu, Titan, 2024: Abandoned robot toy lying on giant tree house. Lost memories of childhood, becoming realistic in the woods.

Teaching and Assessment

• Whole course:
  • Game Asset Pipeline
  • Collaborative Games Development 1
  • Specialised Game Art Portfolio
  • Collaborative Games Development 2
  • Major Project for Games (Art)
• Modules are subject to change and availability.
• You’ll show your progress through a combination of written and practical work, carried out individually and as part of a team.

Entry Requirements

• A good honours degree (or equivalent), normally in a related subject. Applicants with professional experience are also encouraged to apply.
• If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
• You need to submit a digital portfolio for this course. You are welcome to arrange a face to face portfolio review and tour.

Fees and Paying for University

• Tuition fees for UK students (2025/26): £9,800 (full-time, per year)
• Tuition fees for international students (2025/26): £19,500 (full-time, per year)
• ARU graduates may be eligible for an Alumni Scholarship and get a 20% fee discount.
• Fees are payable upfront, in full or in instalments, but there's no need to pay until you've accepted an offer to study with us.

Facilities and Showcase

• Industry-standard facilities:
  • High-end computers with graphic tablets
  • Motion capture equipment
  • Industry-standard SLRs (for HDRI capture)
  • HD cameras
  • Top of the range 3D modelling, animation, and games software including Maya, ZBrush, Substance 3D, Unreal Engine 5 and Unity 3D
  • Podcast and video capture system
• Futures Lab and workshop equipment:
  • 3D printers and scanners - FDM printers; material-specific extruders; SLA Formlabs printers; SLS Formlabs Fuse1; structured light 3D scanners
  • 2D printing and cutting machines - laser cutters; Roland BN20 vinyl printer & cutter; Gerber substrate cutter; Mimaki TX300P sublimation printer.

Accreditation

• TIGA accredited

Lecturers

• Lee Cheng: Associate Professor
• Ian Brown: Senior Lecturer Practitioner
• Barış Işıkgüner: Associate Professor
• Adam Twycross: Senior Lecturer
• Amanda Surowka: Lecturer

Careers

• Our MA Games Development (Art) gives you the chance to specialise in the design and technical implementation of computer games, whether you already have a games-related degree, you’ve recently graduated with a degree in a related subject, or you work in another creative industry and are looking to move into this area.
• The skills you’ll learn are relevant to other forms of games – including board and educational games – allowing you to consider various career options in these areas too. You might also pursue roles in gamification, user experience (UX), visual effects (VFX) or project management.
• While you’re studying here and after you graduate, you can access support through our dedicated Employability Service.
• Graduation doesn’t have to be the end of your time with us. You could choose to continue your academic career with a PhD programme at ARU. Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.