Computer Games Art (Hons) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Throughout this Computer Games Art (Hons) from University of Portsmouth you’ll always stay on top of the latest industry standards.You can apply that knowledge in many ways, from collaborating with fellow students on live industry projects to working professionally on an optional placement. With our established relationships with acclaimed national and international games companies – including Rare, Codemasters, Jagex, Stainless, and Climax

Key facts;

• Develop traditional art knowledge by learning concepts such as art theory, observational life drawing, high-resolution digital sculpting, digital substance creation and texture painting
• Gain skills in 3D art by working with real-time engine-compatible 3D modelling, animation rigging and skinning, and engine special effects – with games engines like Unreal and motion capture technologies
• Work with the latest and future technologies in our impressive facilities, including the UK's first ever Centre for Creative Immersive and Extended Reality (CCIXR)
• Enhance your teamworking skills by collaborating with other Games students on game projects, including our annual prize-giving University GameJam
• Expand your cultural horizons by studying abroad in Europe as part of the Turing Scheme

• Wow potential future employers by showcasing your final-year work at our annual Graduate Showcase

Career opportunities:

Areas you can work in include:

• computer games development
• visual effects
• synthetic training for healthcare, security, and defence
• simulation development
• architectural/historical visualisation
• marketing
• advertising

Jobs you can do with a Computer Games Art degree

Roles you can work in include:

• Games Artist
• 3D Artist
• Environment Artist
• Character Artist
• 3D Generalist
• Real Time Effects Artist
• Technical Artist
• Indie Games Developer

Continuing your studies

You can also advance your studies to Master's level on MA or MSc courses focused on Games Art, as well as Computing courses depending on your specialisation.