Game Art (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons)
Wrexham University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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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.You will:Have the opportunity to collaborate with game developers and enterprise students Have access and utilise industry standard software and ...Read more

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.You will:Have the opportunity to collaborate with game developers and enterprise students Have access and utilise industry standard software and techniques, as well as working with Unreal Engine Be guided and supported by an award-winning team of lecturers on live projects Be given the chance to apply for funding, attend EGX trade fair, and enter competitions to showcase your portfolio. 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.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.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.Use the latest industry-standard software.Have the opportunity to get hands-on work with industry professionals on real-world projects to help develop your skills and experience.

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WUSCA ranking:
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17/101
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111th
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130th
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Sergio
03 Feb 25

The one thing that I would comment on, is that the clubs or societies don't have much going on throughout the year for what I have..Read more

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Bradley
03 Feb 25

The facilities themselves are brilliant with clean bathrooms and showers and high end computers to do our coursework, but the computer room is still inaccessible to students with..Read more

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A level:

EEE - DDD Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

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Scottish Advanced Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

48 - 72 Grades / Points required

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AS:

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Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

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Extended Project:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MP - MM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

PPP - MPP Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

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48-72 UCAS Tariff points

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

Our general entry requirement for the foundation year is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.

48-72 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates

48-72 UCAS Tariff points

Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.

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Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement.

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£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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Wrexham University
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Wrexham Campus Mold Road Wrexham LL11 2AW United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Wrexham General  0.2 miles away

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