Game Art (with Foundation Year) 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/><br/><br/>- Design and create aesthetically focused and game ready characters and environments with fully realised game products. <br/><br/><br/>- Regular contact with game industry professionals through guest lectures, conferences, and national events. <br/><br/><br/>- You will be taught by an award-winning teaching team with professional industry backgrounds and experience. <br/><br/><br/>- Learn how to manage a professional game development team using industry-standard methodologies and practice. <br/><br/><br/>- Work with the latest tools and technology in two specialist game development studios dedicated to designing, production, motion capture and VR. <br/><br/><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/><br/><br/>- Gain valuable experience and insight into the game production process and the management of an independent game studio.  <br/><br/><br/>- Benefit from a personal mentor with games development experience to help develop your skills and knowledge.  <br/><br/><br/>- Support for indie company spin out through support, advise and potential funding through Games Talent Wales <br/><br/><br/>- Develop your professional, communication, and entrepreneurial skills so that you are well equipped to enter a diverse and rapidly changing industry.  <br/>