​Abertay University Degree Pathway Info Session

​Diploma → Game Industry Degree

​Graduating from poly or completing your diploma soon?

​Discover how you can progress from your Diploma to a Game Development Degree with Abertay University, ranked among the Top 30 Game Design Schools worldwide (2025).

​In this free online info session, we will introduce the degree pathway available through MAGES Institute, where diploma graduates can continue their studies and prepare for careers in the global game industry.

​You will learn about the programmes, entry requirements, and how students transition from diploma-level training into internationally recognised degree qualifications.

​If you are interested in becoming a game developer, technical artist, or game designer, this session will give you a clearer understanding of the next step in your education journey.

​What You’ll Learn

​• Diploma → Degree progression pathway

​• Entry requirements & portfolio expectations

​• Overview of Abertay degree programmes

​• Career opportunities in the global game industry

​• Q&A with the admissions team

​Degree Programmes

​BSc Computer Game Applications Development

​https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/computer-game-applications-development/

​BA Computer Arts

​https://www.abertay.ac.uk/course-search/undergraduate/computer-arts/

​About Abertay University

​Abertay University is internationally recognised for excellence in Game Development and Computer Arts, and is ranked among the Top 30 Game Design Schools in the World (2025).

​Through the partnership with MAGES Institute, students can progress from diploma-level studies into a globally recognised game development degree.

​Abertay Alumni Working at Top Game Studios

​Many Abertay graduates have gone on to work at major studios including Ubisoft, Rockstar Games, Naughty Dog, and other AAA studios, including:

​• David Jones, creator of Grand Theft Auto and Lemmings, founder of DMA Design (now Rockstar North)

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• Liam Wong, former Art Director at Ubisoft Montreal, worked on titles such as Far Cry and Crysis

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• Michael Barclay, Game Designer at Naughty Dog, worked on Uncharted and The Last of Us Part II

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​These alumni represent how Abertay’s game programmes have contributed to the global games industry, with graduates working across AAA studios, independent studios, and creative leadership roles.

​Event Details

​Date: 13 March 2026

​Time: 7:00 PM (SG Time)

​Location: Zoom (Online)

​Seats are limited.