Animation and Game Art

University of Worcester
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Computer games and animationFilm studiesPhotography

UCAS Points

104 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£30,000

About this course

Overview

Animation and Game Art are complimentary disciplines that combine creativity with cutting-edge technology and tools. On this exciting joint honours degree, you will have opportunities develop your artistic abilities and enhance your work as you develop your skills in design and practical areas.

The course takes a practical approach through the use of industry-standard equipment in dedicated studios. With the support of an award-winning teaching team and opportunities to gain real-world experience, you will graduate with a portfolio of work relevant to a range of creative professional fields.

Key features

  • Students have access to the Motion Performance Centre where they will experience directing motion capture shoots before processing data for use in animated film or game engines.

  • Stop Motion Studios with Dragon Frame, camera and lighting rigs.

  • Live Projects with Industry Briefs for animation and game development.

  • Learn wide ranging practical skills including concept generation, character design and development, 3d modelling, CGI animation, digital 2d animation, digital sculpting and UI design.

    Learn more about the course at our Open Days

    Visiting us is the best way to get a feel for student life at the University of Worcester. You'll find out more about the course, and have the opportunity speak to staff, students and recent graduates about what it’s really like to study at Worcester.

    Book your place at www.worcester.ac.uk/open-days

    Why the University of Worcester?

    The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.

    At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.

  • First in the UK for sustained employment and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.

  • First in the UK for quality education – Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.

  • Ofsted Outstanding in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.

    Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

    • Entry Requirements

    UCAS Tariff Points 104 points

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2139 Information technology professionals
    2134 Programmers and software development professionals
    2141 Web design professionals
    3131 IT operations technicians
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators

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    UCAS Points

    104 points

    Avg. Salary

    £22,000

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Worcester
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Computer games and animation, Film studies, Photography
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £30,000

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    University of Worcester

    Worcester

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