Game Art and Animation (with Foundation Year) - BA (Hons)

Wrexham University

Create game art from day one. Design characters, environments and animations using industry tools, work in cross‑disciplinary teams, deliver production‑ready assets, and develop a portfolio that showcases the artistic and technical skills needed in the UK games industry. On this degree you will:* Create characters, environments and animations for games from day one.* Use industry tools such as contemporary game engines, 3D modelling and sculpting software, animation suites and agile frameworks. * Work in cross‑disciplinary teams to collaborate like a real studio across art, design, programming and production and deliver indie games and vertical slices.* Learn through production workflows by following Scrum methods, run sprints, present MVPs, organise stakeholder meetings and analyse progress with data. * Develop a professional portfolio through course assessment and produce industry‑ready work you can showcase to future employers.* Gain enterprise experience by pitching ideas, prepare for funding opportunities and delivering a yearly showcase at a public expo.Key Course Features: * Take part in game jams where you will prototype ideas, collaborate under time pressure and build portfolio pieces that show your adaptability and problem solving skills. * Access specialist facilities such as dedicated labs, project spaces and equipment in the Creative Industries Building. * Receive support from a dedicated team via open‑door access, mentoring and one‑to‑one guidance from experienced staff. * Join a creative community and collaborate with students across games, art, animation and creative media. * Meet industry guests every year by attending talks, workshops and creative conferences featuring developers, studios and specialists who can share real insights and experiences.

School of Applied Science, Computing and Engineering