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Level 3 Animation & Game Art

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

Game art is not just about enjoying games � it is about designing and developing visual ideas with purpose. This course is aimed at students who are interested in art and design practice, enjoy drawing, exploring multiple ideas, responding to feedback and improving their work, and want to use digital and 3D tools to create assets for games and interactive media. This course will teach you the full development pipeline and will help get you ready for getting a job in this amazing and thriving industry. Youll develop skills in core aspects of the creation of animation and video games including: - Working on concept art to design characters and environments. - Learn to create 3D models of what you design. - Create your own textures and materials to put onto your 3D models. - Animating characters to bring them to life. - Take your creations and bring them into a game engine and use them to develop video games and animations.

What you need to get on

You are required to have 4 GCSEs grade 9 to 4 including Maths and/or English. A demonstratable interest in Animation or Game Art or a GCSE in a creative subject. A successful interview with an Animation and Game Art Lecturer including a portfolio of work. Good verbal and written communication skills. Good drawing ability, design skills and confident computer skills are desirable.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Tameside One

    Wellington Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 6BL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Ashton-Under-Lyne

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