BA (Hons) Games Design with Games Art
This three year Undergraduate course is aimed at students looking to access a professional career in Games Art within the esports industry.
Course Length:
3 Year Course
Full Time
Course Location:
Velodrome, Queen
Elizabeth Olympic Park
Course Fees:
£9535 per Academic Year
Student Finance Available
UCAS Information:
Course Code: CE14
Institution Code: E71
Games Design with Games Art
Welcome to BA (Hons) Games Design & Games Art course at the University Campus of Esports. This course allows you to explore the creative and visual side of game production. You will learn to design and develop characters, environments, and assets while mastering the principles of visual storytelling.
Our curriculum blends creativity with technical skills, covering areas such as concept art, 3D modelling, texturing, and visual aesthetics. You’ll also collaborate with peers in design and development, gaining experience in the full production pipeline that mirrors real industry practice.
Teaching modules are bolstered by the unique UCES TRI-Curriculum approach, which enhances your social capital through the development of your talent, resilience, and identity in preparation for the exciting and international world of Esports.
WHY STUDY
THIS COURSE?
Studying the Games Design & Games Art course at the University Campus of Esports gives you the opportunity to develop the specialist skills needed to stand out in the games industry. You’ll explore multiple areas of art and design, from sketching initial concepts to producing fully realised 3D models and animations within completed games projects.
Alongside technical training, you’ll gain an understanding of visual storytelling, style, and aesthetics, giving you the creative edge to shape engaging player experiences. Collaborative projects will mirror professional workflows, ensuring you graduate with both artistic and industry-ready skills.
By the end of your studies, you’ll have created a portfolio that demonstrates both your creative flair and technical precision – a key asset for entering careers in games, film, and other creative industries.
COURSE
LENGTH:
3 Years
COURSE
TYPE:
BA (Hons)
INSTITUTION
CODE:
E71
Aims of the course:
To develop the creative, technical, and professional skills needed for a successful career in games art and design.
To provide the ability to create and present a professional portfolio showcasing your visual, conceptual, and technical expertise.
To equip you with the critical understanding to evaluate games as both a creative product and an evolving industry.
Degree course structure:
Here are the topics that you will be studying during your three years with us.
- 3D Modelling Fundamentals
- 3D Environment Modelling
- Drawing Skills for Games
- Texturing for Games
- Visual Aesthetics
- Games Production
- Junior Games Development: Pre-Production
- Junior Games Development: Production
- Life Drawing
- UX and Interface Design
- 3D Vehicle Modelling
- 3D Character Modelling
- Senior Games Development: Pre-Production
- Senior Games Development- Production
- Advanced 3D Modelling Techniques
- 3D Asset Production for esports
- Final Year Project
OUR LEARNING
APPROACH:
The University Campus of Esports TRI-Curriculum is a unique and dynamic model designed to develop students not just academically, but professionally and personally. Your degree is just the beginning; the TRI-Curriculum equips you with the experience, insight, and professional confidence to make it count. It ensures that every learner builds the skills, networks, and real-world experience to thrive in their career.
The TRI-Curriculum is embedded throughout the student journey and ensures every learner graduates World Ready through 3 core pillars:
- UCES Esports & Games Partnerships
- Student Enhancement Opportunities
- Student Placements & Internships
admissions & entry requirements:
Minimum Entry Requirements
- UCAS Tariff - 96 points
- A level - CCC
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) – MMM
- Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits
- Scottish Higher - BBBB
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 25 points
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3
- Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal – M3, M3, P2
*For countries where 11 years of schooling is comparable to this level of entry, this will be accepted.
Degree Awarding Body; Health Sciences University
Minimum Entry Requirements
- UCAS Tariff - 96 points
- A level - CCC
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) – MMM
- Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits
- Scottish Higher - BBBB
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 25 points
- Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3
- Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal – M3, M3, P2
*For countries where 11 years of schooling is comparable to this level of entry, this will be accepted.
Degree Awarding Body; Health Sciences University
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BA (Hons) Games Design with Games Art
Min Requirements: 96 UCAS Points
UCAS Course Code: CE14
Institution Code: E71
Course Starts: September 2025
Course Length: 3 Years / Full Time
This course is delivered by UCES and validated by Health Sciences University.
As per all universities; from time to time we may need to reorientate teaching location, staff, course commencement and other facets due to circumstances beyond our control.