MA Concept Art (with Advanced Practice)

At least a UK 2.2 honours degree in concept art, games art or equivalent.

Other first degree subjects may be accepted when combined with a portfolio of creative work showing a range of fundamental drawing skills. The inclusion of character and environment design are essential while life drawing, observational drawing, perspective drawing and evidence of digital skills are important. 3D work is not a necessity.

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In addition, international students will require IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

For general information please see our overview of entry requirements

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Character Design

Experiment with techniques and visuals to develop your individual strengths and style to create memorable characters.

Character design lets you demonstrate an understanding of the key issues relating to character development, including research, analysis and synthesis. From this you recognise and develop your original creative approach.

You also critically reflect upon your work to help further develop your specialist skills.

Assessment is through a portfolio of project work.

Concept Art Practice

As a professional concept artist you might work in an animation or games studio or you might choose to run your own business as a freelancer. In this module you explore the different aspects of working in both of these roles. The emphasis is strongly on engagement with industry.

You primarily work on briefs supplied by professionals from animation and games studios. In the past these briefs have been supplied by Dreamworks, Ubisoft and Atomhawk.

During the module you have the opportunity to pitch your work to professionals and receive direct feedback.

We also have regular visiting lecturers from industry who give talks and provide feedback and advice on your work.

You are assessed on the portfolio of work created during the module.

Drawing for Concept Artists

Drawing skills are essential to being a successful concept artist, and this module provides you with the skills essential to supporting your artistic practice. Experimenting with materials and techniques allows you to become more confident in your work, allowing you to overcome any ‘artist’s block’ you may come up against throughout your career.

Developing your skills will encourage you to reflect and improve your artistic practice. It also helps you to develop your strengths and overcome your weaknesses to enable you to create original artwork.

Assessment is through a portfolio and an edited blog, with an emphasis upon process rather than product.