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Course summary
About the course
BA (Hons) Games Art focuses on the creative and technical skills needed to produce visual content for games and interactive media. The course is designed for students who want to develop as artists within the games industry, combining creative practice with an understanding of professional production pipelines.
You will explore character design, environment art and visual storytelling while learning how games art is developed for different platforms and audiences. The course supports students aiming for careers in games, digital media and related creative industries.
What you’ll study
You’ll build a solid foundation in games art, while gaining professional skills valued across games and interactive media industries, including digital illustration, 3D modelling, environment design, visual storytelling, creative problem solving and portfolio development.
Modules offered can vary each year but may include:
• Games Art Practice
• Character and Environment Design
• 3D Modelling and Texturing
• Games Art Project
How you’ll learn
You will learn through:
• Studio-based workshops and practical art sessions
• Project briefs aligned with industry practice
• Assessment through portfolios, presentations and reflective work
• Independent study supported by tutorials, critique and academic feedback
You will also use digital learning platforms, specialist software and online resources to support your creative development.
Future opportunities
The course prepares you for creative roles within the games and interactive media industries, while also developing transferable skills relevant to wider digital and creative careers.
• Games artist roles such as character or environment artist
• Digital and interactive media production
• Creative technology and visual design roles
• Freelance practice or postgraduate study
The transferable skills developed also support progression into postgraduate study or wider creative and professional roles.
Facilities
You will study in specialist facilities designed to support games art and digital production.
• Dedicated studios and computer suites for digital art and 3D work
• Industry-standard games and creative software
• Collaborative studio and project spaces
• Access to technical support and learning resources
These facilities support your academic development and help you apply games art knowledge with confidence.
This course is not accepting applications for deferred entry.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 09/2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W280
- Institution code:
- R48
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Roehampton has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W280
- Institution code:
- R48
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| International | £16950* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £16950* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
The University has not yet confirmed fees for 2026 entry, the listed indicative fee is based on 2025 entry.
We also provide other ways to support the cost of living, including free buses and on-campus car parking, hardship support and some of the most affordable student accommodation and catering in London. Find out more about how we can support you: https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/student-support/non-academic-and-academic-support/financial-support-and-guidance
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