If you’re looking to study a computer games or digital arts degree, but don’t have the relevant qualifications or experience, this foundation year will help you develop the core skills and knowledge to progress onto one of our related industry-focused undergraduate degrees.
You’ll cover key subject areas such as game art, game design, animation, CGI, VFX and code, and work on exciting practical projects designed to help you learn key digital design skills. You’ll also be supported to develop key transferable skills in preparation for your degree level studies.
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If you’re looking to study a computer games or digital arts degree, but don’t have the relevant qualifications or experience, this foundation year will help you develop the core skills and knowledge to progress onto one of our related industry-focused undergraduate degrees.<br/><br/>You’ll cover key subject areas such as game art, game design, animation, CGI, VFX and code, and work on exciting practical projects designed to help you learn key digital design skills. You’ll also be supported to develop key transferable skills in preparation for your degree level studies.<br/><br/>To aid study, you’ll have full access to Solent’s industry-standard facilities, including specialist labs and high-end dual computers equipped with industry software such as 3ds Max, Maya, Substance, Photoshop, Unreal Editor and Unity.<br/><br/>You will be taught by passionate staff who are experts in their fields, with a wealth of real-world experience and knowledge.<br/><br/>Learn from staff who are experts in their field and who have vast industry experience.<br/><br/>**What does this course lead to?**<br/>This foundation year will help you build the relevant skills and knowledge to enter onto one of our related degree programmes. This can lead to a career in the multi-billion pound games industry in areas such as video game studios and art production, to film and animation studios.<br/><br/>**Who is this course for?**<br/>Solent’s Foundation Year in Digital Arts is intended for students without the required UCAS points for direct entry. This could be mature students returning to education, students without the required qualifications, or students looking to change career path after completing further education qualifications.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
CGV4
Institution Code
S30
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff48 From A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP or BTEC Diploma at MP or equivalent. An `optional’ online portfolio submission may be required as part of the selection process. We welcome applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds. Applicants who are not in possession of the minimum entry requirements but are able to demonstrate aptitude, enthusiasm and motivation will be considered on an individual basis and may be admitted subject to satisfactory interview and/or portfolio. Please contact us for further details. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)PPP Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MP ASIn combination with other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaMP OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaPPP Extended ProjectIn combination with other qualifications. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory DiplomaD Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)In combination with other qualifications. OCR Cambridge Technical CertificateIn combination with other qualifications. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)M OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation DiplomaMM OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary DiplomaMM OCR Cambridge Technical Extended CertificateD AQA Level 3 Technical Level (720 glh)MP AQA Level 3 Technical Level (540 glh)MM AQA Level 3 Technical Level (1080 glh)PPP AQA Level 3 (Foundation) Technical Level (360 glh)D A levelD,D From a minimum of two completed A levels. T LevelP Pass grade (D or E) |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £15,050 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |