Game Design and Digital Art (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

The Game Design and Digital Art (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University provides a comprehensive foundation in the creative and technical aspects of the modern gaming industry. Students engage with a curriculum designed to mirror professional studio environments, ensuring they develop the practical skills required by contemporary employers. This degree blends artistic expression with technical proficiency to create versatile graduates ready for the digital economy.

Why Game Design and Digital Art (Hons) at Anglia Ruskin University?

Studying at this institution offers access to an award-winning educational environment, recently recognised with a Gold award for teaching excellence. Students benefit from the eXtended Reality Peterborough suite, an immersive teaching facility equipped with industry-standard hardware and software. The curriculum is co-developed with regional and national employers, ensuring that the training remains aligned with current trends and technological advancements. You will also have the opportunity to participate in live briefs and team-based projects that simulate real-world development cycles.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: GBP 17500 per year
• National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Narrative Game Design
• Designing Game Mechanics
• Level Design and Rapid Game Prototyping
• Game Monetisation, Analytics & Engagement
• Specialist Practice In Gaming
• 3D Modelling & Animation
• Art of User Interfaces
• Environmental Art and Design
• Real-Time 3D and the Art of Immersive Experiences

Careers with Game Design and Digital Art (Hons)

Graduates are prepared for a variety of roles within established studios or as independent creators. Potential career paths include becoming a game designer, digital artist, project manager, or technical consultant. The programme emphasises the development of a robust professional portfolio, which is essential for securing positions in character design, environmental art, and immersive experience design. Additionally, the university's employability service provides lifelong access to career support, helping alumni navigate the fast-moving interactive entertainment sector.