Concept Art for Games and Film

Character Concept Design 1

This module introduces students to the basic design principles associated with Character design, focusing on elements such as story, character, construction, visual shape language, nonverbal communication and emotion, in order to create effective characters for a variety of industries.

Module code: FVFX40150

Introduction To 3D Modelling For Games

This module introduces you to the pipeline for creating games art assets. You'll learn how to model and texture assets using the latest industry standard techniques and software. You'll be introduced to high detail modelling and the painting of PBR materials. By the end of the module you'll be modelling assets ready for today's PC and console games

Module code: GAME40400

Introduction To Cgi

This module is designed to give students a fundamental understanding of the principles and practice of techniques used in CGI. Students will cover topics such as producing good photographic reference images for use as templates or textures, use of appropriate image formats in shader network, camera attributes and effects, and composition of a final 3D model with photographic reference using appropriate techniques and software.

Module code: FVFX40154

Environment Concept Design 1

This module will introduce students to the study of environment concept design techniques, beginning with rough concept sketches through the creation of several pieces of finished environment concept art. Students will learn about the importance of composition, reference gathering and use, shape theory, digital painting techniques and combining 2D and 3D practices.

Module code: FVFX40520

Life Drawing

This module aims to develop your skills in observational drawing by furthering your knowledge of lighting, fabric implications, and soft and hard surfaces. You will also explore how to reproduce traditional media for professional portfolio purposes.

Module code: FVFX40518

Life Drawing 2

The laboratory work considers methods of rapid interpretation of form and function to develop skills that are pertinent to the concept industry. Students will explore the use of traditional media and develop skills in deconstruction/reconstruction of the human body, speed drawing, dynamic poses, perspective and composition.

Module code: FVFX50516

Environment Concept Design 2

Building upon the knowledge learned in Environment Concept Design 1, students will explore ways to refine their techniques, tackle vehicle/prop design, break cliché, experience typical industry tasks and bring a cinematic sensibility to their work.

Module code: FVFX50539

Junior Concept Art For Collaborative Projects

Students will have the opportunity to specialise in their chosen field, working as part of a team of concept artists to produce artwork for a series of given briefs. They will develop their communication skills along with time management and working to a tight deadline to produce multiple iterative designs.

Module code: GAME50503

Junior Vfx Project

You will work in a small group to create a project that uses a variety of skills that you have learned so far on the course.

Module code: FVFX50160

Junior Collaborative Game Development And Testing

Students will work in a junior role in a team comprised of departments as in a games studio. They will work with other juniors and level 6 seniors to make a vertical slice of a game as either an artist, designer or tech/scripter.

Module code: GAME50170

Character Concept Design 2

Unique characters and creatures, are a key aspect of many films and games. This module will allow students to undertake an in-depth study into character and creature design and workflow where creativity and originality is the way forward. This module introduces the digital sculpting workflow with a huge emphasis on artist ’s ability to transfer traditional skills into to digital world. You will build upon the knowledge learned in Character Concept Design 1. From rough sketches and thumbnails students will realise their designs through a digital sculpt.

Module code: FILM50126

Advanced Concept Art 2

Through research and development students are required to develop a unique and innovative game concept design. The module aims to build upon the elements learnt in Advanced Concept Art 1 and prepare students for industry through the study of, and realisation of; presentation of work through a showreel, creating motion within concept art for presentation techniques, strong composition of environments and characters, and creating more open negotiated briefs targeted at companies and job application or competitions.

Module code: FVFX60507

Employability For Visual Effects And Games

This module will enable you to reflect upon your own skills and knowledge gained from University study and from your own life experiences in order to identify how this knowledge and skill can be utilised to optimise employment opportunities. Topics explored include personal assessment and career goals, how to look for employment opportunities, interview techniques & communication skills, and developing a personal portfolio website.

Module code: FVFX60509

Advanced Character And Creature Sculpture

Here you'll get an opportunity to further push your skillset in digitally sculpting the human form in Zbrush. As you push the boundaries of your creativity you'll be given the opportunity to explore the process of creating creatures and monsters.

Module code: GAME60509

Concept Art Project

The Concept Art Project module gives students an opportunity to develop the showcase piece of work for their portfolio. You can focus your work on your career aspirations. Whether it’s stylised characters, grotesque monsters, cyberpunk environments, props from the past, or futuristic vehicles or something more technical. You’ll work with a supervisor to create a highly developed concept art artefact with industry standard software whilst receiving lectures on portfolio development and employability.

Module code: GAME60519

Advanced Concept For Art 1

Students will study a range of industry workflows to complete fast and effective concept designs such as greyscale paint overs, 3D supported drawing, painting hair, fur and clothing, and digital character design.

Module code: FVFX60506

Senior Concept Art For Collaborative Projects

This module aims to build upon the experience gleaned from the role of a junior designer within the Game industry. It will provide an insight in to the role of a Senior Designer within a creative team. The majority of individuals will work as a freelance conceptual artist and find that they are working across the artistic genres. This module allows the students the choice of studying Senior concepts for the Game industry.

Module code: GAME60508

Introduction To Collaborative Enterprise

Video games are interdisciplinary pieces of interactive art that require a range of specialist skills. The majority of the games that you have played will have been developed by a team of individuals. Games Developers rarely work alone. This module will challenge you to capitalise on your skills and individual creativity while working with a mixed disciplinary team of games developers. Beyond developing a video games artefact, you will be exposed to the tools, practices, and transferable skills required to work effectively as part of a group.

Module code: GAME30512

Digital Painting Foundations

Students will learn how to look and observe with artistic intent to reproduce using digital painting techniques. They will learn to assess light and shadow, capturing shape and form through observational study, whilst also learning how to self-critique and evaluate their progress.

Module code: GAME30508

2D Foundations

Students will learn how to look and observe with artistic intent to reproduce using traditional methods. They will learn to assess light and shadow, capturing shape and form through observational drawing, whilst also learning how to self-critique and evaluate their progress.

Module code: GAME30504

Figure Drawing Development

Students will learn how to look and observe with artistic intent to reproduce using traditional methods. They will learn to assess light and shadow, capturing shape and form through observation, and creating interesting concepts based on their observations. They will also learn how to self-critique and evaluate their progress.

Module code: GAME30509

Introduction Into Games Scholarship

The games industry is a melting pot of different creative and technical roles. In this module, you will begin your journey as a games developer in training, understanding the roles and career opportunities within the games industry and beyond. You will also be exposed to the reality of the industry, exploring the ethical, economic, and societal impact of games. We will also support you in the creation of a career action plan, helping you to develop as an independent learner.

Module code: GAME30513

Games Technology Placement

Module code: GAMEP0263