BA Computer Games Art

The BA (Hons) Computer Games Art at the University of Portsmouth allows you to explore the art and design behind video games and interactive media. You will learn how to create high-quality game assets and bring them to life through industry-standard tools and processes.

During the course, you will improve your skills in drawing, digital sculpting, 3D modelling, texturing, animation, and composition. You will learn how to create characters, environments, and visual effects that work with real-time game engines like Unreal Engine. The course focuses on hands-on learning, so you will work on game projects by yourself and with other students. You will take part in creative events like our annual University GameJam and gain valuable experience working on real industry briefs.

You will be taught by experts who are active in the field – many have worked with well-known studios including Jagex, Rebellion, and The Chinese Room. They will share their knowledge with you and help you learn important skills for your future career. As a student, you will also use excellent facilities. One of these is the UK’s first Centre for Creative and Immersive eXtended Reality (CCIXR).

Studying BA Computer Games Art at the University of Portsmouth will help you get ready for jobs in the games and creative industries. After the course, you could work in game development, animation, virtual reality, or digital art.

The University of Portsmouth is a public university located in the city of Portsmouth on England's south coast. The university’s history stretches back to 1870, with the establishment of the Portsmouth and Gosport School of Science and the Arts.

The university has modern lecture theatres, seminar rooms, libraries and specialised laboratories among others. It also has a range of university-managed halls of residence available to students.

The University of Portsmouth offers several practical courses at undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and research levels. It has consistently achieved strong results in various national and international rankings, particularly for its student experience, teaching quality, and graduate outcomes.

A relevant qualification or experience in art/design/creative computing or graphic arts is required to study this course. Applicants without relevant qualifications will be asked to provide a portfolio to support their application.

Grade Requirements:

• To be eligible for this course, applicants should have a UCAS tariff score of 120-128. This can include qualifications such as A levels (BBB-BBC); T Levels (Merit); BTECs (DDM-DMM); and International Baccalaureate (25). 

English Proficiency:

• International students are to show proficiency in English with an IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no component score below 5.5. 
• If you don’t meet this requirement, you can achieve the level you need by completing a pre-sessional English programme before you start your course.

For the 2025/2026 academic session, the tuition fee to study the BA (Hons) Computer Games Art at the University of Portsmouth is £17,900. Please note that fees are subject to an annual increase.

International students can access many scholarships at the University of Portsmouth. Eligibility for these scholarships varies depending on which course you are studying, where you are from, and your academic achievement to date. For instance, the Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship offers up to £5,000 towards a reduction in tuition fees. This applies only to the first year of study. To be eligible for this scholarship, students must be self-funded and must have completed a scholarship form as part of their application.

Common career paths for graduates of the BA (Hons) Computer Games Art from the University of Portsmouth include the following: 

• Game Animator 
• Level Designer 
• Sound Designer 
• Game Designer 
• Game Writer 
• Game Tester

You can apply directly using the university’s online website. For more information about this process, feel free to consult our experienced counsellors at AHZ.