BA (Hons.) Games Art and Design

The Games Art and Design BA (Hons) course at the University of Brighton is for individuals interested in the art, design and production of digital games. It offers several opportunities to develop skills in gaming design, production, character creation, storytelling, and more. Students in this course will gain industry-standard skills that combine creativity, technology, and a critical understanding of games.Course Content: This course comprises several modules that cover areas such as Concept Art, Animation, Game Design, 3D Modeling, Digital Sculpting, Environment Design, and Character Design. It also allows students to gain experience in areas like motion capture, augmented reality and virtual reality, as well as game production enhancing their employability. Key Modules: The key modules in this course include 'Understanding Games', 'Concept Art and the Science of Colour', 'Art and Animation', 'Games in Context', 'Intermediate Game Design and Production', '3D Modeling and Digital Sculpting', 'Narrative and Character', 'Environment Design', 'Game Art Final Project' and 'Professional Practice'.Accreditations: This course is accredited by Creative Skillset, the industry body for the UK's creative industries. This certification signifies that the course is providing teaching, learning, and outcomes that meet the needs of the industry.Future Careers: Graduates from this course can potentially pursue various careers within the games industry such as Concept Artist, 3D Modeller, Environment Artist, Texture Artist, Character Artist, Animator, Game Designer, Game Producer, Art Director, and many more. This degree also prepares students for further study or research. Some graduates have gone on to set up their own games companies. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.