COURSE CURRICULUM

The Games Art degree is structured to develop students' creative, technical, and professional skills across three years. In the first year, students explore foundational principles of design and storytelling through modules like Skills Lab, Narrative and Storytelling, and From 2D to 3D. They are introduced to industry-standard software and techniques across VFX, games art, and animation, with a strong focus on collaborative work, ideation, and prototyping. Modules such as Hacklab and Creative Play, and Prototyping and Concept Development, allow students to engage in rapid creative development and real-world simulations. This broad curriculum encourages cross-disciplinary learning and introduces key concepts in production pipelines and digital media storytelling.In the second year, students build on their foundational knowledge with specialist training in areas such as world-building, character and creature design, and 3D animation using advanced tools like ZBrush and Mudbox. Modules like Designing Game Worlds and Character Design and Animation focus on creating immersive digital experiences, while The Creature Workshop and Experimental Games Project emphasize conceptual depth and technical refinement. Collaborative Practice and Professional Practice in the Games Industry provide hands-on experience with team dynamics, client engagement, and the production lifecycle, offering insight into real industry practices and professional expectations.The final year prepares students for employment through intensive project-based modules. Students explore contemporary themes in games design, extend their artistic practice through live briefs, and reflect critically on their professional direction. Modules like Games Challenge and Experimentation and Working in Collaboration simulate industry environments, while the Professional Practice Portfolio sharpens career preparation. The capstone Final Major Project enables students to produce a substantial body of work that showcases their skills, creativity, and understanding of the professional landscape, positioning them for successful careers in games, animation, and interactive media industries.