Game Development, Design & Innovation Master of Engineering

At Duke, we prepare our graduates to play the game they choose—become a developer, designer and leader of dynamic teams.

Game Development, Design & Innovation Master of Engineering

At Duke, we prepare our graduates to play the game they choose—become a developer, designer and leader of dynamic teams.

Application Deadline: March 17, 2025

4 Semesters

complete in 24 months

1

Capstone Project

take your game from idea to publishing-ready over two years

1

Internship

An intensive industry experience

nearly 90%

of Duke Master of Engineering graduates find employment or further education within 6 months of graduation

A New Way to Level Up

There are many roles to play in the game industry.

An Excellent Choice for Applicants:

  • From a variety of STEM backgrounds
  • Interested in programming, design principles, user experience and storytelling
  • Interested in becoming game developers and production team leaders
Ernesto Escobar of Duke University

We welcome you, no matter your level of experience. We will transform you into a multi-faceted leader, one that is able to use technology to design, develop and innovate. You’ll be prepared to join an AAA or an indie studio and to create serious games in fields like education, health care, and science. Join us!

Ernesto Escobar Executive Director, Game Development, Design & Innovation
3D designer sitting at the table at home and making animation for video game character

Accelerate Your Career at Duke

Our faculty takes innovation seriously.

With campus connections to top programs in medicine, the humanities, business, policy and more, we go beyond gaming. At Duke, you’ll find opportunities for elements of game development to impact critical areas such as health care, education and training.

You Will Learn

  • Programming, including C# and C++
  • Leading game engines
  • Principles of development and design
  • Integrating art and storytelling in the user experience

Master’s Degree

30-Credit Program

  • Complete in 4 semesters
  • Build a strong, professional portfolio
  • Connect with industry leaders
  • Interact with AAA and indie studios
Game Design
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The Future of Fortnite in Education

Students in Duke’s Game Design, Development & Innovation master’s degree program got hands-on with Epic Games’ Unreal Engine

10/14/24 Pratt School of Engineering

Leveling Up Our Game 

With more game studios finding a home in North Carolina’s Research Triangle, augmented and virtual realities growing in scope, and video game design reaching more diverse audiences, it’s time we start understanding the medium beyond its tropes and stereotypes.

10/8/24 Duke Today

What’s New in Duke Courses

Duke has launched several new programs this fall aimed at filling a need, including the new Master of Engineering in Game Design, Development & Innovation