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Game Design

University of Liverpool

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom•QS 2027 #139

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Game Design is a doctorate in Applied Design programme offered by University of Liverpool in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Tuition for international students is GBP 25,350 per year (GBP 5,238 per year for local students).

Also offered as: Honours Degree, Master's Degree

At a glance

Degree: Doctorate
Field: Applied Design
Local tuition: GBP 5,238 / year
International tuition: GBP 25,350 / year

Last checked September 2026 · Source: liverpool.ac.uk ·

Program details

Requirements

Admission Requirements: You’ll need a UK undergraduate degree, or international equivalent, in a subject relevant to game design, at 2:1 or above. Applicants with a joint honours degree are encouraged to apply. We would usually consider a taught master’s level qualification to be an important precursor to research. You should send an outline of your proposed research topic and a sample of your written academic work with your application. An interview typically forms part of the selection process. We look at candidates not simply in the light of conventional profiles, but with regards to individual qualities. Mature students with non-traditional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Application Details

Start Date: Year round
Application Deadline: Year round

About University of Liverpool

“Haec otia studia fovent”

Type: University
Control: Public
Campus setting: Urban
Founded: 1882
Students: 31,050
QS rank: #139
Programs: 532
Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Game Design award?

University of Liverpool awards a Doctorate in the field of Applied Design on completion of this programme.

How much does Game Design cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 25,350 per year (GBP 5,238 per year for local students).

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