Game Art BA (Hons)

Why choose this course?<br/>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.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>Have the opportunity to collaborate with game developers and enterprise students. <br/>Have access and utilise industry standard software and techniques, as well as working with Unreal Engine <br/>Be guided and supported by an award-winning team of lecturers on live projects <br/>Be given the chance to apply for funding, attend EGX trade fair, and enter competitions to showcase your portfolio. <br/>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.<br/>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.<br/>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.<br/>Use the latest industry-standard software.<br/>Have the opportunity to get hands-on work with industry professionals on real-world projects to help develop your skills and experience. <br/><br/>Key Course Features: <br/>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. <br/>Design and create aesthetically focused and game ready characters and environments with fully realised game products.<br/>Regular contact with game industry professionals through guest lectures, conferences, and national events.<br/>You will be taught by an award-winning teaching team with professional industry backgrounds and experience.<br/>Learn how to manage a professional game development team using industry-standard methodologies and practice.<br/>Work with the latest tools and technology in two specialist game development studios dedicated to designing, production, motion capture and VR.<br/>The course has an excellent track record for graduate employment with many ex-students going on to work at some of the worlds most recognisable game studios.<br/>Gain valuable experience and insight into the game production process and the management of an independent game studio. <br/>Benefit from a personal mentor with games development experience to help develop your skills and knowledge. <br/>Support for indie company spin out through support, advise and potential funding through Games Talent Wales.<br/>Develop your professional, communication, and entrepreneurial skills so that you are well equipped to enter a diverse and rapidly changing industry. 

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