Course contact details
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Email:HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk
Phone:07766 781736
SGS (South Gloucestershire and Stroud College)
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Game Art
- Foundation Degree in Arts
- 2 Years
- Full-Time
- September 2027
- Undergraduate
- University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
- Awarded by:
- University of Gloucestershire
Course summary
Our Game Art Foundation Degree programme is an exciting two-year course based in Bristol at our University Centre Wise campus. The course is focused on providing you with the relevant skills to become a game artist, build a thorough portfolio ready to land your first job.
This foundation degree programme will develop professional skills required to create innovative and captivating game content. You will also gain valuable knowledge on how to succeed in the games industry using industry-standard software, methods, and pipelines. Software used includes Unreal Engine game development software; Autodesk Maya 3D modelling software; ZBrush sculpting software; Photoshop image-editing software and Adobe Substance Suite, 3D scene rendering software.
Within the course, you will focus on well-established visual elements of games. You will develop your drawing and design skills with intent on applying these to related elements, such as concepting; character and environment art and 3D modelling. Complementing this learning, you will study emerging and specialist areas within the games industry, providing you with insight into the latest trends, preparing you skillset for jobs now and in the future.
Combining creativity with emerging and established technology, you will be part of a foundation degree offering innovation, imagination, and employability at its heart.
Get Kraken, our in-house studio offers an exciting opportunity for you to work in a real studio alongside your studies. If selected, you will become part of the team designing and developing a game to be released in the 2nd year of the course.
Once you have completed this two-year Game Art Foundation Degree programme you can top-up your qualification by completing our BA (Hons) Game Art and Production.
What projects will I work on?
The Game Art Foundation Degree programme is split into 9 modules over two years. Year 1 will ground you in creative design, development and production; alongside, 3D modelling and the fundamentals of game art. Year 2 builds on the skills learned and extends your knowledge base. You will tackle advanced game art practices; alongside extended 3D modelling, sculpting and rendering.
If you are interested in playing for one of our academies, please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk and we will put you in contact with the relevant coach
Part time routes are available. For more information, please email HEadmissions@sgscol.ac.uk.
You can leave this course after successfully achieving year 1 and you will be awarded a Certificate of Higher Education in this subject.
Open Days
Why not visit our one of Campuses at an Open Day. You will have the opportunity to meet tutors and Student Ambassadors. To register interest please go to our website: https://uni.sgscol.ac.uk/open-events
If you are interested in playing for one of our academies please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk and we will put you in contact with the relevant coach
GRADUATE OPPORTUNITIES:
• Concept Artist
• Character Artist
• Environment Artist
• Texture Artist
• Level Designer/Editor
• Game Designer
• Technical Artist
• Q/A Tester
Modules
Course Modules
Level 4
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Creative Design, Development and Production Techniques for Video Games,
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Introduction to 3D Modelling and Game Graphics,
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Fundamentals of Game Art,
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Digital Design Fundamentals,
Level 5
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Emergent Technology,
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Advanced Game Art Practices,
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Game Production,
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Advanced 3D Modelling, and Texturing,
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Sector Based Work Placement
For more modular information visit: FdA Game Art | University Centre SGS
Assessment method
Coursework, Practical assignments and Presentations
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- GA80
- Institution code:
- S55
- Campus name:
- University Centre WISE (UCWISE)
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
We recognise the individual nature of each application and our typical offer should be viewed as a guide. SGS welcomes interest from mature applicants who may not have the standard entry requirements. We will consider evidence of your relevant personal, professional or educational experience where it demonstrates an ability and potential to succeed on the course. Please include details of any relevant experience in your application.
If English isn't your first language you will need to undertake an IELTS qualification achieving an overall grade of 6 with no less than 5.5 in any band (or equivalent)
GSCE requirements: GCSE English and Maths grade C or 4.
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: Transcript showing achievement at level 4 in a subject relating to the course
Additional entry requirements
- Portfolio
English language requirements
We welcome applications from international and EU students, and accept a range of international qualifications. You will need to take the following English qualification as part of the Visa process: IELTS (Academic) - Overall score of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in each component. If you are travelling from and English speaking country this may not be required. Home students are required to achieve GCSE or Functional Skills English at level 4 or a pass.
International entry requirements
International Applicants from a non English speaking will need to undertake an IELTS for UKVI Purposes to apply for a visa. You will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0 with a minimum score of 5.5 in each skill.
You will have to pay 50% of the fee before a Confirmation of Study (CAS) is issued and if you are applying from a country that is not on the UK Government Exempt countries https://www.gov.uk/student-visa/money will have to provide bank statements showing that you have held at least £10, 539 (£1,171 per month for up to 9 months) for 28 consecutive days before we can issue the CAS and The end date of the 28-day period must be within 31 days of the date you apply for your visa. For support with your application please contact HEAdmissions@sgscol.ac.uk https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9500* | |
| EU & International | £13750* |
* 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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