Master Game Technology
Are you naturally curious, do you want to know more about research and immerse yourself in a relevant topic concerning the development of games? If so, then choose the Master Game Technology programme after completing your bachelor’s.
This professional master’s programme has been developed in collaboration with the international game industry. You will learn to look at research and development issues in the game industry from different angles and from a theoretical base you will actively research possible solutions. To prepare for this master, you will write a project proposal in which you will summarise your ideas for a research project.
Many of the challenges in game development consist of new problems, for which ready-made solutions are unavailable. The game industry greatly benefits from knowledge in academia. The gap between scientific and applied knowledge offers great opportunities for those able to tap the source of scientific literature and to apply this in a practical product.
Focus
The Master Game Technology focuses on facilitating your growth in research and development with support from industry partners and expert lecturers from the game industry. Training in research methods allows you to develop deep insight into your chosen area of game development - either Programming or Visual Art.
Craftsmanship
Staff of our Master Game Technology consists of industry veterans, trained at master’s or PhD level. This provides a practical focus, realistic assignments, a broad industry network and knowledge that is directly applicable to modern game development.
Guest lectures
Throughout the course, you will be able to attend guest lectures from a variety of experts from industry and academia. This ensures exposure to up-to-date knowledge, and insights from a broad range of experienced practitioners.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Do you want to start with the Master Game Technology programme? See if you meet the admission requirements for international students.
The Master Game Technology is an excellent match for the bachelor's programme Creative Media and Game Technologies. Alternatively, students are eligible if they hold a bachelor's degree in the field of ICT, Graphical Design or Games.
To prepare for this master’s programme, you will have to do a literature review assignment on the field your wish to research. You will also provide a portfolio or relevant industry experience showing your expertise, knowledge, and skills in the area you want to research and master. The assignment and portfolio will be evaluated and discussed during your intake interview.
Apart from your project proposal, criteria for admission are also your educational background, language skills and personal qualities and motivation. Work experience in any field is preferred, though a study-related work experience (e.g. work placement) may be accepted as an alternative. Depending on your test results, work experience and the field of study of your first degree, an additional course may be required for admittance to the programme.
The Master Game Technology prepares you for future positions such as a specialist in art, programming or design. These positions are no entry-level jobs. A couple of years of work experience within the game industry is essential. This master’s programme offers you the possibility to grow through this positions by providing them with academic and applied knowledge.
