COURSE CURRICULUM

The Game Art degree offers a structured pathway from foundational skills to professional-level expertise, preparing students for careers in the gaming industry. In the first year, students are introduced to the fundamentals of game art, learning how to interpret briefs, generate ideas, and use industry-standard software for both 2D and 3D content creation. Modules focus on world creation, visual studies, and game art history, ensuring students build a strong artistic and analytical base while understanding the evolution of games as a creative medium. In the second year, the course develops more advanced skills, covering environments, characters, vehicles, and props across multiple platforms. Students begin to specialise in specific digital techniques while exploring concepts such as architecture, character design, and narrative in games. Professional practice is embedded through placements, live briefs, and competitions, giving students real-world experience. The final year focuses on refining professional skills, preparing a polished portfolio, and completing major projects that reflect individual specialisms. Students engage in research, critical analysis, and future-focused preparation, including career planning and personal branding. By graduation, they are equipped with the creative, technical, and professional skills needed to succeed in roles such as environment artist, character designer, or 3D modeller.