BA (Hons) Game Arts and Design at University of Plymouth

Programme overview

A degree focused on the artistic side of game development, teaching character, environment and narrative design with tools such as Unreal Engine and Blender. An optional paid 48-week placement year is available.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Business | Duration: 3 years (+ optional placement year) | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 introduces 2D design, 3D modelling software, game engines, gameplay coding, animation, interactivity and storytelling. Year 2 covers advanced 3D modelling, game programming and level design, and the final year offers optional modules and an extended personal project.

Career pathways

Roles such as game artist, 3D modeller, level designer, coder, designer or producer, with graduates working at studios including EA Games and Aardman Animation, or as indie developers and start-up founders.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer 104 UCAS points. A levels: 104 points from a minimum of 2 A levels. BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM in any subject. Access to HE Diploma: pass a named Access to Higher Education Diploma (preferably Art and Design, Humanities or combined) with at least 33 credits at merit and/or distinction. T level: Merit in Digital: Digital Production, Design and Development or Digital Support Services. International Baccalaureate: 26 points overall. A portfolio is required, with an optional informal interview. Contextual offers are typically 8 points below the advertised tariff. Other combinations and non-A level qualifications are also considered.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 18,150 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition fee Source

Duration: 3 years

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