Cambridge,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Hons) Computer Games Art (with Placement) in Cambridge United Kingdom | Anglia Ruskin University
Anglia Ruskin University
|
Cambridge United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,700
(c. USD22,257.43)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Recognized by TIGA, our Computer Games Art program equips you with artistic abilities tailored for the dynamic gaming sector. You'll master essential 3D game development techniques like modeling, texturing, and animation to craft immersive characters and environments. Throughout the course, you'll explore how visual research, creative exploration, and technical growth can pave your way to becoming a professional game artist. The curriculum teaches you to visualize concepts through artwork before realizing them using industry-standard tools like Unity 3D.
ARU stands out as a premier destination for Computer Games Art education. The East of England boasts nearly 200 gaming studios, with Cambridge alone hosting 26 companies including industry leaders like Jagex, Frontier Developments, and Ninja Theory (according to ukie.org.uk's 2024 games map).
Our Computer Games Art program enhances your career opportunities through real-world projects and insights from industry experts at major companies like Sony and Frontier. You'll participate in game jams, professional talks, conferences, and events like our yearly Gamebridge festival. This gathering brings together students nationwide for expert-led sessions, portfolio reviews, and networking with studios including Frontier and Jagex, alongside fellow aspiring game artists.
Customizable course modules let you delve into various digital art specialties, ensuring your skills remain relevant in this evolving field. The TIGA accreditation serves as a mark of quality to potential employers. ARU provides continuous assistance in securing game art internships and work placements, with an optional placement year available. Recent students have gained valuable experience at top companies including ARM, Sony Computer Entertainment Europe, Frontier, and Just Flight.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
96 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent level 3 qualifications), including Art, Design or Media subjects.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
You may also be accepted to this course with an IELTS 5.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, but will then be required to undertake additional compulsory free English language modules in your first year.
You will be asked to provide a digital portfolio for review and will be given the option to book a meeting to discuss this with us.
UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted.
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include a related subject.
UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted.
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English.
If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
You may also be accepted to this course with an IELTS 5.5 (Academic level- with no individual score being lower than 5.5) or equivalent English Language qualification as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University, but will then be required to undertake additional compulsory free English language modules in your first year.
You will be asked to provide a digital portfolio for review and will be given the option to book a meeting to discuss this with us.
UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Access to HE Diplomas are accepted.
International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 24 points is accepted, this must include a related subject.
UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted.
UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted.
IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each element.
TOEFL iBT with 80 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking.
Tuition
GBP
16,700