Games Art

Level 3

This course will teach you how to develop ideas and concept art for games, create characters, objects, environments and more.

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at 9-4 (A*-C), including English

Duration

Two Years

Qualification

RSL Level 3 Extended Diploma

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Build a broad range of practical skills and learn how your desired job role interacts with other departments of the games industry. 

Develop the skills to create exciting game concepts and engaging level designs. 

Refine the learning and research skills needed for your progression to second year and into higher education.

Hone your artistic abilities by creating concept art, comic books and traditional art pieces.

Focus on the skills required for individual job roles within the digital creative industries.

Develop a professional portfolio and elevate your skills ready for progression to university or the next steps in your career development. 

Work on the practical skills introduced in year 1. 

Explore the creation of 3D animations and characters, and the implementation of products within a games engine.

Prepare yourself for employment or contractual work by creating a professional portfolio and CV, and developing effective networking techniques.

Modules

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

At least four GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English (other grades will be considered on a case by case basis).

GOLIVE - SKILLS FOR WORK, SKILLS FOR LIFE

GoLive is a core part of your study programme, developing your wider skills for work and life. We help you to reach your potential and find your path to the next big step, be that a degree, further training or the world of work.

MATHS AND ENGLISH

We offer a variety of ME courses at different levels of ability from starter levels all the way up to GCSE, that are tailored to suit your needs and progression route. to find out if you qualify for Maths and English, learn more here.

Careers and Progression

Go on to a games degree, work as a freelance artist or find a game developer role at a studio. Finishing both years can generate up to 168 UCAS points, or the equivalent of three A* grades at A Level. Career opportunities include Concept Artist, Narrative and Character Design, Animator or Game Developer.

Fees and Funding

MANCHESTER 16-18*

FREE

MANCHESTER 19+*

£0 – £4,670

ALL OTHER CAMPUSES 16-18*

FREE

ALL OTHER CAMPUSES 19+

£0 – £4670

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