3D, Games Art and Animation Programmes include: BSc (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation BSc (Hons) Computer Games (Art and Animation)

3D, Games Art and Animation On a daily basis, we see examples of 3D Animation and Visualisation all around us from adverts on billboards to commercials played on T.V to visual effects in blockbuster films and animated virtual environments and characters in games. Behind all these, there are 2D and 3D visualisation specialists in a host of different roles working together creating these original and exciting pieces of work using the latest software and technology available. At GCU, you can study and develop specialist skill set required for employment in many of the job roles associated to this field. GCU offers two 3D Art and Animation options:

virtual world for a game. They establish the game art style and look, develop concept art, sculpt, model, texture and animate environments, characters, vehicles and objects.

BSc 3D Animation and Visualisation 3D animators create an imaginary world filled with people, cartoon characters and everyday objects moving and interacting within an everchanging environment. Using state of the art design software 3D animators and visualisation specialists make fictional worlds look real.

This programme will create graduates who will combine their traditional art skills with the latest creative technology in 3D art and animation and will have the awareness of technological capabilities and limitations of gaming platforms.

This programme will create graduates who wish to specialise in 3D computer animation for digital film and visual effects, games, architectural and concept visualisation, virtual simulation and motion graphics. BSc Computer Games (Art and Animation) Game artists conceptualise and construct the

Both programmes will introduce you to the modern practises of 3D content creation for the chosen field, help you realise your career path and offer you the ability to specialise in a suited job role.

Students entering at Year 1 follow programme of study in their subject suite, allowing them to gain broader knowledge and skills in a range of subjects. Students are able to transfer between programmes available within their suites and between the 3D, Games Art and Animation programmes depending on their own strengths, weaknesses and preferences. In Years 2 and 3, students gain more specialist knowledge and skills in their chosen area. In Year 4, the students practice these skills to professional level, gain greater depth of subject knowledge through research and academic enquiry and build a portfolio of work to show to prospective employers.

The two programmes offer applicants a range of entry points and flexibility. The majority of students enter as school leavers at Year 1 or direct entry Throughout the programmes, we work with from FE college at Year 2 or 3 with appropriate professionals from both Games and 3D industry to HNC/HND qualifications. deliver industry lead projects.

“ Studying one of the 3D, Games art and animation programmes at GCU gives you the opportunity to turn your artistic talent into a career for a range of creative industries”. Dr Mohammed Soheeb Khan, Programme Leader

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Typical entry requirements

Typical entry requirements

BSc (Hons) 3D Animation and Visualisation UCAS code: 2E4W Mode of study: Full-time, four years

BSc Computer Games (Art and Animation) UCAS code: GW4G Mode of study: Full-time, four years

Year 1: SQA Higher: ABBB including Art & Design A level: BBC including Art & Design ILC Higher: ABBB at HL including Art IB Diploma: 24 points including Visual Arts Year 2: 15 credit HNC 3D Computer Animation with B in the Graded Unit Year 3: HND Computer Animation or Digital Media or equivalent, with A or B in the Graded Units

Year 1: SQA Higher: ABBB including Art & Design A level: BBC including Art & Design ILC Higher: ABBB including English and Art IB IB Diploma: 24 points including Visual Arts Year 2: 15 credit HNC 3D Computer Animation with B in the Graded Unit Year 3: HND 3D Computer Animation with A or B in the Graded Units

Programme structure overview Year 1: Fundamentals of 3D Modelling, Visual Design Fundamentals, Drawing for Design, Introduction to Animation, Integrated Project, Digital Photography & Image Manipulation, Year 2: 3D Modelling & Digital Sculpting, Project, Web Design Fundamentals, Human Computer Interaction, Digital Video Media Production, Integrated, Introduction to 3D Animation Year 3: Advanced Character Animation, Integrated Project , Motion Graphics, 3D Production for Industry, (Elective) User Psychology or Game Pre-Production Workshop, Research Skills & Professional Issues, Year 4: Honours Project, Creative Practice, Advanced 3D Visualisation & Animation, Industrial Practice, Portfolio

Programme structure overview Year 1: Fundamentals of 3D Modelling, Introduction to Games Design, Drawing for Design, Introduction to Animation, Integrated Project 1, Digital Photography & Image Manipulation, Year 2: Games Design 1, Introduction to Games Programming,, 3D Modelling and Digital Sculpting, Introduction to 3D Animation, Human Computer Interaction, Integrated Project 2 Year 3: Advanced Character Animation, 3D Production for Industry, Games Preproduction Workshop, User Psychology, Integrated Project 3, Research Skills & Professional Issues, Year 4: Honours Project, Creative Practice, Advanced 3D Visualisation & Animation, Industrial Practice, Portfolio.

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“ The course has given me an opportunity to learn industrial (gaming and digital art) workflows and skills. With help from the teachers, lectures and professionals, I have developed both as a digital artist and a person.” Maja Wydrych, /Graduate of 2015 /Computer Games (Art and Animation)

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“ GCU nurtures their animation students to be industry-ready. This gave me the confidence to commission work from several GCU graduates.” Jayson Clarke/Creative Director of SIGNAL2NOISE Ltd.

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The module content and real world course works ensuring students cover relevant and current material and are prepared for employment.

independently as freelance 3D specialist and to be innovative and entrepreneurial in their approach to complex 3D visualisation problems.

Graduate opportunities

International Exchange

The 3D, Games Art and Animation programmes aims to produce graduates with both creative and technical skills to work within the growing and ever changing creative industries.

Opportunities for International Exchange are available for students on these programmes, these could be for one trimester or a whole year study at another institution, often at one of our European partners, where courses are offered in English. Currently students taking this option do so at Year 3 level and gain credits towards their degree.

You will develop skills and techniques in 3D modelling, Digital Sculpting, texturing, rigging, animation, lighting, rendering and VFX compositing. You will learn how to apply techniques and skills to construct animated virtual worlds and characters for 3D games and film. Graduates leave with the creative and professional skills necessary for them to respond to the needs of many creative industries such as 3D Animation, Games, VFX for TV and Film. Graduates from this course will have the necessary skills and knowledge to enjoy a number of careers pathways, such as: 3D modeller, 3D animator, rigging specialist, digital sculpting artist, games character or environment artist, concept artist, architectural visualisation specialist, VR simulation specialist, VFX compositing artist for film and television. Graduates will also acquire transferable skills to be able to work collaboratively in workplace teams or

International Applicants As well as the entry requirements, international applicants require an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5. INTO GCU offers a range of academic and English language pathway programmes for applicants; for more information visit www.gcu.ac.uk/into

Student support Study support is available to all students throughout the programme from personal tutors, module leaders and the programme leader. For international students a designated advisor can also provide structured mentoring and study support sessions which cover numerous topics such as academic writing skills, personal goal setting and pastoral care.

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Scholarships Scholarships may be available for this programme. Visit www.gcu.ac.uk/study/scholarships for details.

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