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MA Interactive Storytelling Design: Video Games & Beyond

University of Exeter

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Streatham Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

Overview

Master the art of crafting engaging, code-driven experiences for the games industry and many others, blending narrative skills with interactive design.

Gain sought-after skills in narrative design, UX, writing, creative coding and team-led project management, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
Work at the cutting edge of narrative practice, creating experiences that entertain, educate, inspire and agitate, while exploring new types of authorship across different media and technologies.
Iteratively develop creative concepts—from design documents and storyboards to industry-standard prototypes — culminating in proof-of-concepts, MVPs and finished work for your professional portfolio.
Enhance your skills in creative and analytical thinking, tech literacy, systems thinking, AI and data engagement.

Teaching

Our teaching blends practical skills training and challenge-based learning with cutting-edge theory and research. You will participate in workshops, jams and hackathons. You will collaborate with peers, academics and industry experts on the iterative development of experimental prototypes and more complex projects. You will learn to transform creative ideas into tangible outcomes within a supportive environment, preparing you for future careers in diverse roles and industries.

Outside of the classroom you’ll also have access to alumni networks, a calendar of social events, lectures and masterclasses by industry professionals and discounted or free access to industry events.

Careers

Employer-valued skills

Our MA in Interactive Storytelling Design equips you with a robust set of skills highly valued by employers in today's competitive job market. You'll develop technical proficiency in game design, mechanics design, Agile methodologies, Unity and other development tools, rapid prototyping and UX design, alongside an introduction to a variety of programming practices.

Additionally, you’ll gain important general skills such as communication, leadership, innovation, collaborative learning, problem-solving, project management and planning.

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University information

University of Exeter

University of Exeter

  • University League Table

    14th

  • Campus address

    University of Exeter, Northcote House, The Queen's Drive, Exeter, Devon, EX4 4QJ, England

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Exeter is a historic cathedral city with UNESCO City of Literature status, and Cornwall has a unique ecology with a rich history of scientific innovation.
Students will find engaged, inclusive, and safe communities, with plenty of opportunities to make lifelong friends from all over the world.
Regular visits to international schools and education exhibitions, plus airport pick-up and international buddy schemes to help students arrive and settle in.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    19th out of 117

    2nd out of 95 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 227
    164 72%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    94.0 94%

    9th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.08 77%

    35th

    6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    164 83%

    8th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    79.0 79%

    3rd

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.94 74%

    72nd

    36

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