COURSE CURRICULUM

The BA (Hons) Computer Games Art course at Teesside University provides a structured pathway for developing artistic and technical skills required in the games industry. In the first year, students build strong foundations in game art production through modules including Asset Creation for Games, Environment Production for Games, Games Art Fundamentals and Sculpting for Games. These modules introduce essential techniques in 3D modelling, digital sculpting, environment design and the principles of creating game-ready assets using industry-standard software. In the second year, students advance their skills through Character Production, Games Technical Art, Hard Surface Modelling and Journeyman. They learn to create detailed characters, vehicles, weapons and complex assets while exploring technical workflows, optimisation and implementation techniques used in modern game development. The Journeyman module provides valuable experience of working on collaborative projects that reflect professional studio environments. Students also have the opportunity to undertake an optional work placement year, gaining industry experience, enhancing their employability and developing professional networks. In the final year, students complete Beta Arcade, Games Project and Photogrammetry for Games modules. These allow them to create a substantial portfolio project, develop original game art content and explore advanced technologies such as photogrammetry for producing highly realistic digital assets. Throughout the course, students work with industry-standard tools and engage in activities such as GameJams, competitions and portfolio showcases through ExpoSeries events. The programme combines artistic creativity with technical expertise, preparing graduates for careers as character artists, environment artists, technical artists, concept artists and 3D modellers within the games, film and digital entertainment industries. By graduation, students possess a professional portfolio, practical production experience and the specialist skills required to contribute successfully to the rapidly growing global games industry.