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Game Design (Game Art) at University Centre Grimsby - UCAS

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2025 - 2026
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University Centre Grimsby has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Design. Create. Build. Repeat The BA (Hons) Game Design (Game Art) is designed to prepare students for careers within Games by providing them with the core knowledge of games, the rule of play, pacing, project management, character design, 3D modelling, animation, and environment art. The programme allows students to also prepare for high end Game Design (AAA), all the way through to Independent Game Design Practices. This programme will develop and cultivate students knowledge in core Game design activities, designing a range of game art assets that will enter development. They will develop their 2D, 3D, and Animation skills knowledge bases, and skillsets using industry standard software and techniques. To Showcase the full breadth of Game Design, there will be a large emphasis on group projects, personal accountability and practical skill development. Students will explore:

  • Core
  • Project Management
  • Game Design
  • Level Design
  • Narrative Design
  • Group Management
  • Game Theory
  • 2D Asset Creation
  • 3D Modelling
  • 3D Environment Art
  • Character Design
  • Character Modelling
  • Character Animation
  • Modern Game Engines
Progressing through years 1 and 2, students will develop their ability to plan and develop projects, utilise skillsets that grow and compound their praxis. In year 3, students will be expected to work independently and in collaboration with peers in order to plan, develop and reflect upon a final game project throughout the year.

Modules

Year 1

  • Game Design Principles
  • Digital Art Fundamentals
  • Level Design and Game Worlds
  • 3D Modelling
  • Prototype Production
  • Character Design
Year 2
  • Theory of Fun and Games
  • Character Animation
  • Narrative and Games
  • Props for Game Worlds
  • Junior Game Dev
  • Game Environment Production
Year 3
  • Professional Game Concept
  • Character Modelling
  • Senior Game Dev Production
-Specialist Research Project

Assessment method

The course is 100% Assessment based. This means no exams and you can focus on building games, drawing, animating, 3D modelling, and being the best you possibly can be. We will be using game demos, reflective journals, essays, pitches and presentations where you will show off your project to staff. All good artists need to show their work off, so we will help you get comfortable doing so.

How to apply

This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.

29Jan

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
G72T
Institution code:
G80
Campus name:
University Centre Grimsby
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Standard offer (Game Art) Applicants will require 80 UCAS points in a Games Design, Art, or Computing related subject, or 60 Access-to-HE Credits (of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3). Applicants are required to hold English and Maths GCSE (or equivalent) at Grade D/3. Non-standard offer (Game Art) Non-standard entry is intended to support students who may not meet the standard academic entry requirements of a HE programme, normally level 3 qualifications which attract UCAS points (for instance A-levels or BTEC level 3 courses). An applicant must be able to demonstrate recent work/experience/interest in the Games or adjacent sector which would give them skills and knowledge comparable to applicants with Level 3 qualifications. If they can not do this, a small portfolio of work which showcases their talent and interest in Game Art, either of Characters, Props or Animation.

Additional entry requirements

Other

Equipment - Access to a High End PC/Laptop

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £8500 Year 1
Channel Islands £8500 Year 1
England £8500 Year 1
Northern Ireland £8500 Year 1
Scotland £8500 Year 1
Wales £8500 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Accommodation costs are £85-105 per week.
Game Design (Game Art) at University Centre Grimsby - UCAS