Program Overview

This BA (Hons) Games Art degree in London places making and experimentation at the centre of your learning. Explore the fundamentals of 2D and 3D art creation and utilise state-of-the-art technologies to build intricate games worlds and convincing characters.

 Why study this games art degree course?

• Develop skills across three main specialisms: environment, characters and technical art
• Build the fundamental skills in core games working technologies and production methodologies
• Build the entrepreneurial and broader business awareness to thrive in a competitive working environment
• Build connections and find long-lasting careers in the vast field of games art  
• Explore the various disciplines that make up art departments in modern games development
• Develop your own practice in a supportive environment
• Build essential interdisciplinary skills through collaboration with other courses

What is a games art degree?
The huge rise of gaming in recent years has seen the sector develop rapidly, to become the biggest entertainment industry in the world.

The growth of this sector has created a vast amount of new employment opportunities. This BA (Hons) Games Art course in London will enable you to build the skills and confidence to harness these opportunities and secure roles within the vast field of game art.

Our course is part of a suite of other Games courses, which foster collaboration and interdisciplinary co-production, mirroring the partnerships vital to thriving in the professional games industry.

What you will study
In your first year, you will delve into the various art roles in the industry, allowing you to specialise and focus as you progress toward your final year.

A specific work-based learning module in year two will enhance your industry awareness and allow you to build valuable connections.

Your learning will address sociopolitcal considerations and will inspire you to use your creative process to address personal and global issues relating to the environment, gender, race and diversity.

You will leave Ravensbourne equipped with not only extensive knowledge and skills in games art, but also with the confidence to work collaboratively, solve problems and thrive in the wider business landscape.