Games Art & Design BA (Hons)

Join our Games Art and Design degree course and start on your path towards a career in the booming UK video game industry. <br/><br/>Designed for ambitious students, this programme focuses on character and environment design, emphasising visual narrative and play. <br/><br/>Our inspiring staff will guide you to develop the creativity needed for success in games design. As part of our dynamic School of Art and Media, you’ll enjoy a community that values experimentation and creativity. <br/><br/>The course includes engaging lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials, and field trips. Graduate with the skills to research, develop, and produce professional-standard work for this fast-paced industry.<br/><br/>**TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE THIS COURSE**<br/>- The course covers games mechanics and architecture, and experimental image making, visual effects, asset creation and concept art. <br/><br/><br/>- You’ll learn storytelling through imaginative projects using linear and non-linear narratives. <br/><br/><br/>- Games design is explored in response to contemporary culture and society.<br/><br/><br/>- There is a final year placement module giving you the chance to make industry connections and gain valuable experience<br/><br/><br/>- There are opportunities to collaborate with other disciplines including music, sound art and design.<br/><br/><br/>- We take an experimental approach and blur the boundaries between digital and analogue processes.<br/><br/><br/>- You will be learning in a city with a thriving digital industry with opportunities for building connections.<br/><br/><br/>- We integrate theory and practice, so you graduate with a strong foundation in both fields.<br/><br/><br/>- Your lecturers are a team of industry professionals.<br/><br/><br/>- You will use specialist software and equipment.<br/><br/><br/>- You will learn how to work to client briefs to collaborating with other disciplines, to self-promotion and use of social media. <br/><br/><br/>- Youll be able to choose your own creative path through the degree with support from our dedicated course team.<br/>

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. 100% of courses offer work experience, and opportunities like placements and study abroad will make your CV stand out. Brighton is in the top 1/3 in the UK for employment or further study (LEO 2022).<br/><br/>Located on the south coast, students benefit from living and studying in the 3rd best city in the UK (Time Out). It’s independent and inclusive; a place where everyone belongs. The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round.<br/><br/>The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university.<br/><br/>The Brighton Summer Boost offers funding and support to eligible students, including up to £700 towards travel costs, free parking on campus, technology loans and more.