23Nov
UndergraduateCourse summary
As a game artist, you’ll be joining one of the fastest growing sectors of the games industry where skills are in higher demand than ever before. Our BA (Hons) Game Art degree is designed to turn your passion for games and artistic talent into a professional career, teaching you how to create the stunning visuals that bring games to life. Over three years, you’ll delve into every aspect of game art, from concept art and character design to environment creation and world-building. You’ll hone your skills using world-class facilities equipped with high-end hardware and cutting-edge software like Autodesk Maya, Substance, Zbrush, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and game engines such as Unity and Unreal. Alongside mastering these tools, you’ll study the fundamental principles of game art and traditional art practices, preparing you to contribute to major game development projects in your second and third years. This course is highly practical, offering you the opportunity to work on real game projects that simulate the industry’s fast-paced environment. We’ll inspire you to think creatively, experiment, and push the boundaries of game art. With guidance from industry professionals and access to top-tier facilities, you’ll graduate with a polished portfolio and the technical expertise to excel in the game industry. Why Choose This Course?
- Hands-On Experience: Jump straight into real game projects, working with fellow students to create stunning visuals that bring games to life.
- Creative Freedom: Explore your unique style and push your creative limits with guidance from industry experts who are there to help you shine.
- Future-Ready: Whether you're aiming to be a character designer, concept artist, or 3D modeler, this course sets you up for success in a wide range of exciting roles in the game industry.
Assessment method
You'll create original games through group work, professional practice and Game Jams. You'll also develop practical skills through practice-based workshops and learn to evaluate and improve your work through group tutorials, and individual tutorials. You'll learn through practical workshops, lectures, seminars, group and individual tutorials, and tutor and peer feedback on your work. Assessment Methods
- Assessments are 100% coursework.
- Written assignments.
- Presentations.
How to apply
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:
- G601
- Institution code:
- D16
- Campus name:
- DBS Institute Manchester
- Campus code:
- J
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
We welcome applications from students wishing to transfer from their current course or to top up an FdA, HND or similar qualification. Year 2 Entry: 120 Credits Year 3 Entry: 240 Credits
International applicants
We regret that this course is not available to international applicants who would require a Student Visa. If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.dbsinstitute.ac.uk/all-courses/ba-hons-electronic-music-production
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English, we accept a variety of English language tests. Where an offer of a place is conditional on you meeting our English language requirement, you will need to meet that condition before your offer is made unconditional and you can begin studying. We can only accept tests that have been completed within the last two years.
You can find full information of accepted qualification on our validating partner's website.
https://www.falmouth.ac.uk/study/international/english-language-requirements
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
dBs Institute
2 Mitchell Lane
Bristol
BS1 6BU