Game Art (with Industrial Placement) BA (Hons)

This new idea-driven skill based course is about everything from concept art to 3D Modelling, 3D Sculpting character development and level creation.<br/><br/>You’ll be part of a degree with innovation, creativity and employability at its heart as you bring concept to reality; the perfect preparation for a career in an exciting, fast-paced industry worth billions each year.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>- Have the opportunity to collaborate with game developers and enterprise students. <br/><br/><br/>- Have access and utilise industry standard software and techniques, as well as working with Unreal Engine. <br/><br/><br/>- Be guided and supported by an award-winning team of lecturers on live projects <br/><br/><br/>- Be given the chance to apply for funding, attend EGX trade fair, and enter competitions to showcase your portfolio. <br/><br/><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/><br/><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/><br/><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/><br/><br/>- Use the latest industry-standard software.<br/><br/><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/><br/>- *Study a course that is part of a subject area rated 3rd in the UK and 1st in Wales for satisfaction with teaching, and 2nd in the UK and 1st in Wales for satisfaction with the course in the Computer Science and Information Systems subject league tables, The Guardian University Guide 2022.<br/>

Want to be part of an accessible, innovative, supportive and ambitious university? Then look no further. <br/><br/>Wrexham University has been ranked a top 10 UK university for Teaching Quality (Times Good University Guide 2024), making sure you'll get an outstanding education, no matter what you study. <br/><br/>They're also passionate about providing equal opportunities for all. Whatever you study at Wrexham University, you'll get the chance to learn from leading academics, earn professional experience and use industry-standard equipment. On-site facilities include the brand-new Healthcare Simulation Centre, 3D printers, Olympic-standard sports equipment and a multi-purpose art gallery. <br/><br/>You'll be supported every step of the way at Wrexham University; from their dedicated learning support teams, to expert wellbeing advisors and specialists, every student has a network of assistance available to them<br/><br/>Come and see it for yourself by contacting Wrexham University to arrange a campus tour!