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Master of Science (Hons) in Computer Science with Games Technology with Placement Year

City, University of London

UK,England

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60 Months

Duration

CAD 20,080/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Sep 2025

Apply Date

UK, England

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1966

Total Students: 19,975 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

Northampton Square, London EC1V 0HB, United Kingdom

Overview
Key Facts
Fees & Funding
Admission Requirements
Additional Info
Scholarships
Student Visa
Work Permit

Master of Science (Hons) in Computer Science with Games Technology with Placement Year

Program Overview

On this four-year degree, you will develop advanced knowledge of game engine architecture, computer graphics and game design.

You’ll become an expert in industry-standard engines that power game development, as well as computer game architecture, and the games development process.

You will study at master’s level in your fourth year, learning alongside our internationally renowned researchers at the cutting edge of the subject.

Gain the skills for a career in the thriving computer games sector, applying your computing expertise in a creative, dynamic and desirable industry
Boost your professional credibility, employability and earning potential with a degree that satisfies the academic requirements for CEng status
Become proficient in a broad range of programming languages and cutting-edge games programming techniques
Boost your employability with an optional one-year work placement: past students have worked for Sony, PlayStation, Disney, Microsoft and Goldhawk Interactive
Study in City’s computing labs, which include the latest hardware and software, such as state-of-art NVidia GPUs
Gain three years of professional experience with our innovative Professional Pathway Scheme, combining paid employment and study.

Detailed Program Facts

Program Level

Integrated Course

Application Processing Days

21 Days

Program Intensity

Full-Time

Duration of Program

60 Months

Program Intakes

Intake Month/Year		Intake Status
sep 2024		Closed
sep 2025		Open

Application Fee

Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE

Tuition Fee

CAD 20,080 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

Living Cost in City, University of London

CAD 12,006 per year

*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Check program website for more information about funding options.

English Test Requirements

IELTS
- Minimum Overall Score - 6.0 Minimum Listening - 6.0 Minimum Reading - 6.0 Minimum Writing - 6.0 Minimum Speaking - 6.0
PTE
- Minimum Overall Score - 59.0 Minimum Listening - 59.0 Minimum Reading - 59.0 Minimum Writing - 59.0 Minimum Speaking - 59.0

Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted for this program, students must have Standard XII Higher Secondary Certificate.

Minimum CGPA Required: 76.00 %

Additional Information

Careers

You will develop expert knowledge for a career in games development, working in a role directly or indirectly connected to gaming and graphics.

You’ll be able to design and develop software and may work with a large multinational gaming company or an independent producer.

Your fourth year of master’s level study will make you attractive to employers as you will have greater depth and breadth of knowledge. You will also be closer to gaining Chartered Engineer status.

Your broad knowledge of computer science and sophisticated programming skills mean you will also be attractive to employers in other industries.

Scholarships

Work Permit

PGWP

There are various options through which a student can get a post study work visa in the UK.
Tier 1 Graduate Entrepreneur Visa for the graduates with a genuine and credible business idea.
Tier 2 (General) is the leading immigration visa to work in the UK.
Tier 4 Doctorate Extension Scheme is for students who have completed their Ph.D. and is valid for 12 months for them to work, look for work or set up a business.
Tier 5 Youth Mobility is for individuals of certain countries like Australia, Canada, Japan, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, Taiwan, and New Zealand aged between 18 -30 who wish to move to the UK.
Tier 5 GAE is for individuals who want to come to the UK for work experience, training, research or a fellowship.
UK Ancestry is for individuals who are a citizen of a commonwealth and plan to work in the UK and have a grandparent who was born in the UK.