Game Art

Combining creativity and knowledge of specialist technology, coupled with strong industry links, you will graduate with the skills required for roles as an environment artist, character artist, lead artist, technical artist or director. this specialist art degree, accredited by screenskills, will help you to master high-level 3d modelling skills, as well as develop your existing 2d traditional art skills, through modules including game production, digital art practice and traditional art practice. showcase your talent and creativity by producing an industry-ready portfolio, with support from your academic and technical supervisors.

During this course you will have the option to complete a paid placement year, an invaluable opportunity to put the skills developed during your degree into practice. this insight into the professional world will build on your knowledge in a real-world setting, preparing you to progress onto your chosen career. our game art students have recently secured placements at companies such as ea games, rare limited and bmw. our careers programme dmu works can help to hone your professional skills with mock interviews and practice aptitude tests, and an assigned personal tutor will support you throughout your placement.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: 12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

From grand theft auto v to star citizen and assassin’s creed, our graduates make the games you play. many have progressed to work as concept artists, character artists, lead artists, technical artists and directors, for leading companies such as artificial life, rockstar north, sega, sony and ubisoft.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. De Montfort University has partnerships with the following companies: