BA (Hons) Computer Games (Concept Art) Top-Up

Level 6

Interactive Graphic Novel – You will create an immersing interactive storytelling experience, through the connection of your own artwork and own stories.

Research Project – You will develop research and evaluative skills in order to allow expansion of knowledge in chosen areas..

Major Project – Through research you will create an independent self devised project alongside a Dissertation.

Indie Game Enterprise – You will develop understanding and skills in the area of game funding and Indie Games companies.

You will be given the opportunity to work across a wide range of projects, developing skills in the specialism of game concept art. Additionally, you will explore the workflows required to create unique and refined characters, creatures, worlds and environments for contemporary computer games. You will develop skills in integrating these designs fully into your own game ideas, giving you full creative control over your own unique idea. Heavy emphasis will be on preparing your work to showcase your skills by rendering high-quality images for use within a portfolio.

You will develop the following skills:

• Innovative and creative thinking that prepares you for the ever-evolving games industry.
• A critical understanding of concept art and its role in games.
• Self-discipline and independence as both a learner and industry practitioner.
• Academic skills such as research, academic writing and project management.

Benefits include:

• Taught by practicing professionals with industry experience.
• Opportunities for networking with our industry connections.
• The opportunity to work collaboratively on ideas and projects.

You will also be developed as a creative individual, learning to appreciate and apply artistic techniques to create real world solutions to problems while refining your ability to create a unique story and world.

Modules will be formally assessed and graded through a range of methods, including:

• Practical demonstrations.
• Portfolios.
• Reflections.
• Case studies.
• Solo and group projects.
• Evaluations.
• Academic posters.

This range of activities provides the opportunity for everyone to demonstrate the knowledge and skills acquired throughout the course of their studies.

A typical offer is likely to be pass at Foundation Degree or in a relevant HND, together with a number of GCSE grades at C or above including English.

As part of the interview process all students are to present a physical or digital portfolio of games related work and supporting academic text.

International qualifications will be assessed against these criteria. Speakers of other languages need to have an IELTS score of at least 6.0 or a recognised level 2 English qualification.

All students must be able to demonstrate either by qualifications or testing that they have the required literacy skills to complete the course.

Offers are made subject to reference.

Upon completion of this top-up degree you can progress to a master’s degree. Alternatively, you may seek employment in the following roles:

• Freelance Artist
• Character Artist
• Games Artist
• Comic Artist
• Storyboard Artist
• Illustrator
• Art Academic
• Entrepreneur

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