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BA (Hons)

BA (Hons) Game Art (Full-time, September Start)

Create characters, environments, and assets for games while learning pipelines used by indie and studio production teams.

Start Date

September

Award

BA (Hons)

Attendance

Full-time

Fee per year

£8,250

BA (Hons) Game Art (Full-time, September Start)

Course overview

This degree focuses on concept art, 3D modelling, texturing, and real-time presentation for interactive media. You will develop portfolio pieces aligned to industry workflows and collaborate on small game jam projects. Critical review sessions mirror professional art direction feedback.

Entry requirements

  • 112 UCAS points or equivalent Level 3 qualification
  • Portfolio interview demonstrating creative potential
  • GCSE English at grade 4/C or above

Modules

Year 1

  • Drawing and Concept Development30 credits

  • 3D Modelling Fundamentals30 credits

  • Game Art Pipeline Introduction30 credits

Year 2

  • Character and Environment Art30 credits

  • Texturing and Lighting30 credits

  • Team Game Project30 credits

Year 3

  • Major Game Art Project60 credits

  • Industry Portfolio and Showreel30 credits

How you learn

Studio critiques, workshops, guest designer talks, and exhibition-style reviews.

Assessment

Project portfolios, presentations, and written critical analysis.

Careers

Game artist, environment artist, concept artist, and real-time 3D roles.

Fees & finance

£8,250 per year.

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How to apply

Apply via UCAS and prepare a portfolio for interview.

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