Program Overview

Computer Games Art

Overview

Develop art skills relevant to the fast-moving games industry including sculpting, modelling, texturing, characters and environments.

Course Options

• 3 years full-time
• 4 years with foundation year
• 4 years with placement

Key Facts

• STUDY OPTIONS: 3 years
• START DATES: September
• LOCATION: Cambridge
• ENTRY: UCAS code: W281
• FEES:
  • £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and Assessment

Year 1

• Game Concepts and Analysis
• Digital Sculpting for Games
• Introduction to Game Art
• Game Art Creation
• Into ARU

Year 2

• Collaborative Games Development
• Specialised Practice in Games Art
• Technical Development for Games
• Ruskin Module (15 credits)

Year 3

• Studio Practice for Games
• Major Project for Games

Student Work

Our student showcase features artwork from students, including:

• Artwork for Final Project by Sam McHaffie
• Artwork by Caitlin Pirie
• Artwork by David Lopes
• Artwork by Maria Sosnovska
• Artwork by Ryan Kelly
• Artwork by Talia Smith

Facilities

Our games studio is filled with the latest industry-standard tools and equipment, including:

• Gaming and 3D modelling software
• HD cameras and graphic tablets
• Dedicated Computer Games Technical Officer for training and support

Accreditation

Our course is accredited by TIGA, the trade association representing the gaming industry in the UK.

Careers

82% of the UK computer games industry is educated to at least undergraduate level. Our course will equip you with in-demand skills across other sectors, including VFX, film, animation, television and motion graphics.

Employability and Personal Career Development

Our courses support an integrated approach to employability. You'll have opportunities to develop the skills and abilities employers are looking for and gain a deeper understanding of how your academic learning relates to the world of work.

Entry Requirements

• 96 UCAS Tariff points
• Preferably to include an Art, Design or Media subject at A level or equivalent level
• 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English
• If English is not your first language, you'll need to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification

Fees and Paying for University

Tuition Fees and Student Loans for UK Students (2025/26)

• £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Tuition Fees for International Students (2025/26)

• £17,500 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Living Costs

• Living at university can range from around £7,000–£9,000 per year
• Most full-time UK students can apply for a Maintenance Loan to help cover living costs

Apply for Computer Games Art

• UK students: Apply through UCAS
• International students: Apply direct

Life in Cambridge

Our friendly, bustling campus is a stone’s throw from the centre of Cambridge, often described as the perfect student city.