Master of Science [M.Sc] (High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering)
STEM Course
1 year
Full Time
On Campus
Field of Study:
Ranked #151 out of 500 by ARWU Global Ranking 2022
$41,910 /Yr
£31,750 /Yr
- The Master of Science in High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering program at the University of Leeds is a duration of 1-year.
- The MSc in High-Performance Graphics and Games Engineering is a full-time and on-campus program.
- Students will learn from academics who are experts in their field, with extensive teaching, research, and consultancy experience of international standing.
- Some of the main courses students go through in this program are:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Foundations of Modelling and Rendering
- Geometric Processing
- High-Performance Graphics
- Animation and Simulation
- Scientific Computation
- Big Data Systems
- Students will be well placed to join the multi-billion pound global games industry, in positions such as a software developer, technology leader for graphics and rendering, or a games development leader or a technical director.
- The student-faculty ratio of this college is 11:1.
- Students will work at the top-end of the games industry and will develop computer graphics on high-performance platforms, or write engines for the next generation of games.
- The average salary goes up to 54,495 USD after completing this program.
- The acceptance rate of the University of Leeds is 75%.
- The University of Leeds is ranked in the top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2021.
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Important Alert
- Application Deadline For 2026 Intake - Jul 31, 2026
Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | $41910 (GBP 31750) |
Other Expenses
| Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
|---|---|
| Living Expenses | $13659 (GBP 10348) |
| Off-Campus Accommodation | $7550 (GBP 5720) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
| Year | 1st Year Fees |
|---|---|
| 2024 | $41910 (GBP 31750) |
| 2023 | $36960 (GBP 28000) |
| 2022 | $33990 (GBP 25750) |
| 2021 | $45210 (GBP 34250) |
Important Dates
| Event | Application Date |
|---|---|
| Application Deadline For 2026 Intake | Jul 31, 2026 |
Scores Required
Required Document List
Following are the required Documents:
- Resume/CV: Outline of academic achievements and/or awards, publications, relevant work, and volunteer experience.
- Transcripts: Students must submit a copy of their degree certificate and transcript, or a partial transcript if they are still studying.
- Statement of marks - The marks statement provided by the education board.
- Letter of Recommendation - This shows who recommended the student to pursue the degree.
- Personal Statement - This is an essay or any written statement written by the student while applying in a minimum of 250 words.
- English Language Requirement - This shows the test score of English Proficiency Exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc.
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Career and Placement after Course
After this program, students have the following job opportunities:
- Software developer
- Technology leader for graphics
- Technical director
- Games development leader
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