COURSE CURRICULUM

The 3D Game Art degree provides a structured and comprehensive pathway into the games industry, starting with a foundation year that builds key creative and professional skills. In this year, students explore narrative design, visual communication, and analogue game mechanics, while also developing a reflective mindset through modules focused on academic and personal development. As the course progresses into the first year, students are introduced to core areas of game development including design, art, and programming, allowing them to understand how each discipline functions before selecting a specialism. Key modules such as Introduction to Game Art, Texture and Material Creation, and 3D Modelling and Sculpting provide the technical grounding needed for producing assets in games. Students also begin working collaboratively in studio-based environments that simulate professional game development settings. In the second year, the course sharpens its focus on specialisation, offering modules in character and environment creation, along with art theory and cultural studies to enhance conceptual understanding. This year also introduces more advanced studio projects and begins the development of a professional portfolio. Students engage in industry-focused modules where they research job roles, create CVs, and prepare for internships or employment. The final year is designed to consolidate all prior learning, with an emphasis on advanced technical art skills, professional studio practice, and the completion of a major final project. Students work on a large-scale game project in multidisciplinary teams, applying both creative and technical skills in a production environment. They also create polished portfolio pieces tailored to their chosen career path. Overall, the course blends creativity, technical training, and industry readiness, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for roles in the competitive field of game art and development. It provides both the artistic foundation and professional experience necessary for success in the games industry.