BA (Hons) Games Art
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Course overview
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Starts: Sep 2026
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Duration: 3 years
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Mode: Full time
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UCAS code: I602
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Fees: UK: £9,535 (2025/26)* / International: £17,000 (2025/26)*
*Fees subject to change for 2026/27.
Bring vivid games worlds and characters to life.
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.
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Why study this games art degree course?
- Master key specialisms: environment, characters, and technical art.
- Gain core skills in game technologies and production methods.
- Develop entrepreneurial and business awareness for a competitive edge.
- Build lasting connections and careers in the games art industry.
- Explore the diverse disciplines within game art departments.
- Grow your practice in a supportive environment.
- Develop interdisciplinary skills through collaboration with other courses.
What is a games art degree?
The gaming industry has rapidly become the world’s largest entertainment sector, creating numerous career opportunities. Our BA (Hons) Games Art course in London will help you develop the skills and confidence to secure roles in the expanding field of game art.
Part of a broader suite of Games courses, this program promotes collaboration across disciplines, allowing you to work alongside students from various game sectors to bring your art to life - just as in the professional gaming world.
As a Games Art student, you'll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art computer and motion capture studios, mastering industry-standard software.
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Frequently asked questions
What is concept art in video games?
Concept art in video games refers to the visual representation of ideas, designs, and artistic concepts used in the pre-production and development stages of a video game. It is a crucial aspect of the game development process, providing a visual foundation and guiding the artistic direction of the game.
Key aspects of concept art in video games include:
- Visualising Game Elements: Concept artists create artwork to depict characters, environments, creatures, objects, and vehicles, helping the team visualize the game's look and feel.
- Character Design: Concept art defines the appearance, outfits, and features of characters.
- Environment Design: Concept art sets the tone and mood for game environments, aiding environment artists in building immersive worlds.
- Storyboarding: Concept artists may create storyboards to visually outline key moments in the game’s narrative, helping the team plan the story’s flow.
Tools available to Games Art students
Work from current students
During our first year, our tutors ensured we had a clear understanding of the fundamentals of art, such as colour theory, perspective and shape language, as well as the fundamentals of 3D modelling. My favourite part of the course has been the opportunity to combine my knowledge and interests with taught material. You can see this in the work I’ve made this year. When making my biodome, I referenced Roman mythology and planets in our solar system and used these as inspiration for environments I built. Working as a group on a demo to present to industry professionals let me learn from my peers and taught me how to navigate creative teamwork and how to tackle inevitable challenges that this threw up. In the end, we pitched a project we were really proud of.
Lilliana Martins Alfonso (Games Art student)
This work was created in our 3D Fundamentals class, where we learnt how to use software tools like Maya, Unreal Engine and Substance Painter. During the semester, we were tasked with creating biodome designs and I chose to base mine on the Pleistocene Epoch. It was a joy to work on this project despite the challenges it presented. I learnt a lot and look forward to year two when we will work on similar projects
Senna Stakis (Games Art student)
When creating my baobab trees for this environment I started by sketching branches with geometric shapes, adding kinks to the branches to form patterns and playing with the thickness and height of tree stems. Once I had finished ideating, I chose a warm pastel colour scheme for the trees, accompanying the playful style I envisioned. I then sketched the layout in greyscale, exploring how the trees might look in my environment, surrounded by other 3D assets. Finally, I modelled the tree assets using Maya (3D graphics software). The curved leaves and branches of my design’s topology presented but with close attention to detail this project came out better than I had imagined.
Tamara Graham (Games Art student)
The specifics
Downloadable Course Specification (3 years)
Downloadable Course Specification (4 years)*
*Subject to revalidation.
Career pathways
Facilities
Our facilities are open to every student
One of the best things about our facilities is that they are open to all students no matter what course they are studying.
Watch the video and then scroll through the gallery to see what else you could use.
iMac suite at Ravensbourne
iMac suite at Ravensbourne University - ideal for design students and computing students.
Kit Store at Ravensbourne
As a digital student, you'll need access to equipment relevant to your course that will support your learning.
The Kit Store provides a wide range of equipment that students can borrow to complete their projects. Staff can also borrow equipment to deliver their practical sessions.
It houses a wide range of equipment from industry standard manufacturers, including cameras, audio, lighting, and more.
Staff at the Kit Store are trained in various relevant departments and are available to give advice on all the equipment within the store, to help you realise your project.
Materials library
The Ravensbourne materials library is curated by Material ConneXion, a business that introduces brands to the latest material innovations.
The materials scientists at Material ConneXion select innovative materials relevant to the courses at Ravensbourne and that reflect current trends in design and manufacturing.
Samples of these materials are then added to the library so students and staff can browse the physical collection for inspiration, material ideas and applications.
The library hosts 1,500 material samples and an interactive table for further research and access to the Material ConneXion database.
External visitor information
If you wish to come and see the materials library and have a short tour, please contact us to organise.
The materials library can be used by external students registered with the SCONUL access scheme.
Library at Ravensbourne
The Ravensbourne University library has a large collection of print, online and multimedia resources available for staff and students to use.
