Best Uni for games art???

I really want to do a games art degree. (Its like game design but less coding and more making assets, environments etc)

Which Unis are good for this and which course is considered the best? So far I'm considering UCA Farnham, De Monfort or Hertfordshire so would like opinions on Game Art at those unis or even completely different unis that may be better. Thanks (:

Hi @Ashuuki

I'm so sorry we've only just spotted this one. We do Games Art at Staffs (More info: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/course/games-art-ba). We also do lots of other games degrees, such as design and programming, and we also do Concept Art for Games and Film too.

That said; we probably offer more games courses than anyone else at Staffs so we have a pretty good reputation within the industry. Did you have any specific questions? If so, I can put you in touch with our Course Leader - or alternatively we have a few open days coming up so it might be worth you popping along to one and seeing our facilities for yourself - https://www.staffs.ac.uk/visit/undergraduate-open-day/stoke-on-trent

Thanks

Amy

I really want to do a games art degree. (Its like game design but less coding and more making assets, environments etc)

Which Unis are good for this and which course is considered the best? So far I'm considering UCA Farnham, De Monfort or Hertfordshire so would like opinions on Game Art at those unis or even completely different unis that may be better. Thanks (:

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Hey @Ashuuki

Sorry for the late reply! Are you still debating which Uni to study at?

I am a current student at Hertfordshire - here's a little info about our BA (Hons) 3D Games Art & Design course:

Our course is accredited by ScreenSkills, meaning that your studies will be relevant to the requirements of the Game Art/Design industry. As well as being rated TEF Gold (showing that the University consistently offers outstanding teaching and learning), we are rated as the best UK school for Game Design and the 8th best in the world by The Rookies. The course offers a mixture of animation/design theory as well as a large amount of creative design work. You will have several opportunities to work on your own projects, as well as the chance to undertake a placement or year abroad.

Living and study at the University of Hertfordshire has been a great experience. I have found it both rewarding and enjoyable. The campuses feature plenty of modern facilities and green spaces. There are a vast range of societies and sports teams. You can also use the University's great sports facilities for your own enjoyment - students are able to use the on-campus swimming pool, gym, courts, pitches and even rock climbing wall! There are also plenty of social activities. Our on-campus club, The Forum hosts regular events. There are also a range of events and live sports on offer in our pub, the Elehouse.

You can view some our previous students work here and here.

Let me know if you have any questions about the University of Hertfordshire

Hull, Bradford or Keele

Hi there ! I am still looking, yes. I have done quite a bit of research into Hertfordshire but unfortunately the course seems too broad ie not focused in on just the art, and there's also scripting involved which I'm not looking for. Glad you're having a good time, though (:

Have you had a look at Falmouth?

Absolutely !! Falmouth is currently my number one choice ! Do you go there?

no - I was looking at doing their creative robotics course and it looked really good but it was too far from my house 😔.

Hey dude !!
I'm applying for Game Art too, and this is my top five !

De montfort Game Art
Abertay Computer Arts
Falmouth Game Art
UCA Game Art
Norwich Game Art

I'm still debating whether i'll put DMU or Abertay as my first pick, but i really loved both courses. I'm applying to Falmouth too, but bc it's so far away i haven't been able to make it to an open day, so I don't know as much about it.

Nice ! I wasn’t a fan of DMU because from the looks of it there’s a heavy focus on the traditional aspects of art. I’ve already spent seven years on traditional art, I wanna jump straight into /actual/ 3D art haha, that’s why I’m going with game development:art at Falmouth as my first choice. I went to the open day just this weekend, it was amazing there (: definitely recommend checking it out, was well worth the 12 hour round trip for me

I really want to do a games art degree. (Its like game design but less coding and more making assets, environments etc)

Which Unis are good for this and which course is considered the best? I’m predicted A* A* A. So far I'm considering UCA Farnham, De Monfort or Hertfordshire so would like opinions on Game Art at those unis or even completely different unis that may be better. Thanks (:

Edit three months later : okay so my current #1 choice is Falmouth, but any other suggestions (or maybe even people who have reasons against going to Falmouth) are still very much appreciated !