The Master’s programme in Animation and Game Design prepares graduates for leadership roles within the global media industry. Delivered in a stimulating, research-driven environment equipped with state-of-the-art technology, the programme enables students to develop advanced expertise in the conceptualisation and production of digital games and animations. Its strong emphasis on innovation and critical inquiry also positions the programme as a solid foundation for academic research, equipping graduates for further scholarly pursuits, including doctoral studies in related fields.

The degree programme offers two optional specialisations:

The ‘Creative Direction’ specialisation integrates relevant subject areas such as art direction, game design, game experience design, animation cinematography and narrative design into a project-based learning environment. Students acquire up-to-date methods in the areas of research, creative leadership and creative entrepreneurship, which enable them to develop and implement innovative creative visions. The ‘Creative Direction’ specialisation prepares students for creative leadership roles in the Animation and Game industry, for example as an animation director, lead game designer, art director or creative producer.

The ‘Technical Direction’ specialisation covers the technological aspects of Animation and Game creation and production, such as: advanced technical art, advanced game programming, visual effects, technological pipelines and tools, and augmented and virtual reality technologies. It equips students with technological research and development methods, as well as leadership and entrepreneurial skills. The ‘Technical Direction’ specialisation prepares students for technical leadership roles in the Animation and Game industry, such as technical director, lead programmer or technical producer.