Game Art - BA (Hons)

Wrexham University

Why choose this course?This skill-based degree is ideal for those wishing to pursue a career in the game art and associated design industries. The degree explores all key aspects of game art production processes using a variety of techniques from 2D concepts to 3D production on screen. This includes 3D modelling, sculpting, level design and mixed screen-based media.You will:Have the opportunity to collaborate with game developers and enterprise students. Have access and utilise industry standard software and techniques, as well as working with Unreal Engine Be guided and supported by an award-winning team of lecturers on live projects Be given the chance to apply for funding, attend EGX trade fair, and enter competitions to showcase your portfolio. Gain experience in the design skills and techniques used to bring projects from concept to screen through digital painting, 3D modelling, 3D sculpting, 3D animation and game engine.Develop a mix of design and technical skills like environment/character design and creation, 3D modelling, texturing, level design, level creation, live briefs, and games production.Gain a sound knowledge of game and concept art, with an emphasis on innovation, design and creativity rather than the programming and technical aspects of the gaming industry.Use the latest industry-standard software.Have the opportunity to get hands-on work with industry professionals on real-world projects to help develop your skills and experience.Key Course Features: - Access to our purpose-built Centre for the Creative Industries building which features specialist facilities including game labs and studios equipped with a wide range of software such as Unreal Engine 5, Unity, Maya, Mudbox, Substance Painter/Designer, Visual Studio and Creative Cloud. - Design and create aesthetically focused and game ready characters and environments with fully realised game products.- Regular contact with game industry professionals through guest lectures, conferences, and national events.- You will be taught by an award-winning teaching team with professional industry backgrounds and experience.- Learn how to manage a professional game development team using industry-standard methodologies and practice.- Work with the latest tools and technology in two specialist game development studios dedicated to designing, production, motion capture and VR.- The course has an excellent track record for graduate employment with many ex-students going on to work at some of the world's most recognisable game studios.- Gain valuable experience and insight into the game production process and the management of an independent game studio. - Benefit from a personal mentor with games development experience to help develop your skills and knowledge. - Support for indie company spin out through support, advise and potential funding through Games Talent Wales.- Develop your professional, communication, and entrepreneurial skills so that you are well equipped to enter a diverse and rapidly changing industry.