Game Arts and Design BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Game Arts and Design BA (Hons)
Turn your creativity into captivating games. Master 3D modelling, 2D art, animation, level design and gameplay coding - all guided by industry experts. Explore every stage of game development and specialise in what excites you most.
Create in world-class facilities
Create with cutting-edge tech in world-class facilities - where your ideas come to life in VR, 360° immersion and high-spec game labs.
Shape the future of gaming
Future-proof your career with industry-led, tech-focused training - where innovation, entrepreneurshi...
Turn your creativity into captivating games. Master 3D modelling, 2D art, animation, level design and gameplay coding - all guided by industry experts. Explore every stage of game development and specialise in what excites you most.<br/><br/><strong>Create in world-class facilities</strong><br/>Create with cutting-edge tech in world-class facilities - where your ideas come to life in VR, 360° immersion and high-spec game labs.<br/><br/><strong>Shape the future of gaming</strong><br/>Future-proof your career with industry-led, tech-focused training - where innovation, entrepreneurship and ethical practice prepare you to thrive and make an impact.<br/><br/><strong>Break into the industry</strong><br/>Boost your employability with optional year-long, paid placements at top studios like Criterion Games.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- you’re passionate about creating immersive, engaging games<br/><br/><br/>- you enjoy blending creativity and technical skills in game design<br/><br/><br/>- you want to master industry-standard tools and workflows<br/><br/><br/>- you’re aiming for a career as a game artist, 3D modeller, or level designer.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W282
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
Scottish Higher
In combination with Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably Art & Design, Humanities or Combined), with at least 33 credits at Merit and/or Distinction.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
In any subject
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 tariff points overall. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*D
Any subject considered and considered in combination.
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 tariff points from a minimum of two Advanced Highers
Extended Project
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
A level
104 tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels
T Level
M
Preference on Digital Production, Design and Development, Digital Support Services, but other subjects may be considered on an individual basis.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Considered in combination with other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Considered in combination with other level 3 qualifications
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