Games Art with Foundation Year
University of Roehampton
UCAS Code: W281 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
About this course
**Why this course?**
• Explore game design with our comprehensive program, gaining essential skills that will prepare you for a career in this exciting field.
• Learn through a variety of expert-led module, underpinned throughout the whole three years with engagement from industry professionals.
• Employability is embedded throughout the curriculum with a focus on project-based assessment that attempts to mimic real-life scenarios.
• The programme offers unique games art modules that will open new career pathways.
**About this course**
Unleash your artistic talents and embark on an exciting journey into the gaming industry. Our comprehensive curriculum covers 3D game art, character design, concept art, and more.
Join us and turn your passion for gaming into a rewarding career.
**Skills**
The 'Games Art' BA course focuses on equipping students with essential employability skills throughout their academic journey. These skills are integrated into the Transformation modules at Levels 4, 5, and 6, aiding students in their career path decisions. Workshops and research are employed to foster a comprehensive understanding of industry structures.
Level 5 sees students applying their Level 4 research into potential career paths and pursuing their chosen pathway. Concurrently, they establish connections with industry mentors practicing within their chosen career route.
By Level 6, this culminates in placement learning and the development of a professional portfolio, poised for presentation to prospective employers, collaborators, and clients. Throughout the three-year course, students benefit from continuous guidance and education provided by industry professionals.
**Career opportunities**
Graduates of the Games Art program are well-prepared for diverse career paths in games development and related roles requiring image-making for interactive digital environments. Potential job opportunities include character artist, games animator, games technical artist, concept artist, and even project manager in the gaming industry.
Our unique program offers a robust foundation in software engineering and computer science, broadening career prospects. We expect around 20% to 40% of our students to secure positions in the games industry, while others will find rewarding opportunities in high-demand related fields.
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University of Roehampton
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