8Nov
UndergraduateIf the course start date is before 31 December 2025 and you have already submitted an application, this course can be added. If you have not submitted an application, contact the university or college direct.
If the course start date is between 01 January and 31 July 2026 click the 'Apply' button to make an application.
University of Brighton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
A Brighton Games Art and Design degree prepares you for creative roles in the video game and digital media industries – from concept art and character design to narrative storytelling and VFX. Art and Design at Brighton is ranked in the top 20 in the UK in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Studying here at Brighton, you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course is packed with opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and live projects with professional clients. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further and explore who you are as a designer; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best. Top reasons to choose this course
- Develop skills across areas including games mechanics, visual effects, experimental image making, asset creation and concept art.
- You’ll look at the cultural relevance of game design, exploring its response to contemporary culture and society.
- You’ll work on live project briefs with real-life clients, giving you industry experience throughout your studies.
- Boost your CV with an optional paid placement year to apply your learning in a real-world setting.
- We integrate theory and practice, so you graduate with a strong foundation in both areas which helps you stand out to employers.
- Study in a city with a thriving creative and digital industry and build your own network of valuable professional contacts.
Modules
Year 1 You’ll explore the practical and analytical uses for games art and design through a series of projects. Your work will be nurtured and developed through both group and personal tutorials and inspired by a series of lectures from visiting industry professionals. Core modules Cultural Contexts Introduction to Games Design Narrative Design Introduction to Games Art Year 2 You’ll deepen your skills and start to specialise in areas that interest you, working on more complex design projects. The projects you will be set have strong links with industry, so the skills you’ll learn and practice reflect what employers are looking for. Core modules Advanced Games Art and Design Global Challenges – Visual Communication Visual and Concept Development Virtual Games Studio Critical and Professional Perspectives Optional placement year An optional placement year gives you the chance to apply your skills in a professional setting, gain industry experience and build valuable contacts before returning for your final year. Final year The skills and knowledge you have developed so far come together for your final personal project. You will also write a research project and continue to build your practical professional skills. Core modules Context and Consolidation Extended Research Project Final Major Project Professional Practice
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:
- W281
- Institution code:
- B72
- Campus name:
- Brighton
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 115 points
A level - BCC - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 24 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5. in each element, or equivalent English Language qualification. |
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Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17250 | Year 1 |
| International | £17250 | 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
The fees listed in the table above are for full-time UK undergraduate students in academic year 2025-26. You will pay further fees in each year of your course. Fees may increase each year. UK undergraduate and certain postgraduate fees are regulated by the UK government. The annual fee increase will not exceed the UK government's maximum regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year. Many of our courses include the option of a salaried placement year. Tuition fees for a placement year are charged at a lower rate of £1850. The international tuition fees listed above are for full-time courses during the academic year 2025-26. Further tuition fees are payable in each year of study. Non-regulated tuition fees, which usually apply to international students and UK postgraduate students* are subject to an annual increase of a maximum of 5% or the Consumer Prices Index (CPI), whichever is higher.
*Some designated postgraduate courses are regulated by the UK government – the annual fee increase for eligible UK / Home students on these designated courses will not exceed the UK government’s regulated tuition fee limit set for the relevant academic year.
Provider information
University of Brighton
Mithras House
Lewes Road
Brighton
BN2 4AT