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Course Overview

Our course encompasses two distinct practical themes - concept art and comic art, both of which focus on fundamental, traditional art skills and contemporary digital techniques.

In concept art you will be helped to master a range of industry-focused tools and techniques for developing pre-production, production and post-production art for the film and video game industries. In comic art you will develop a practical understanding of idea generation, visual storytelling and visual communication.

These two themes mean you will access a wide range of creative possibilities and opportunities. They are underpinned by contextual studies to inform and enhance your practice through an exploration of the historical, cultural and social contexts of the wider world of print and web-based comic arts, graphic novels and visual communication.

The course features regular guest lectures and workshops, giving you an opportunity to experience first-hand what it takes to design successful content. Our studio culture encourages peer collaboration and networking with industry professionals to support you as you create your portfolio.

You will be able to develop skills in your own special interests and graduate as a skilled comic and concept artist, ready to work in a range of roles across the creative industries.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

  • 120 UCAS points from at least two A-levels with Art and Design at grade B or above, or
  • Art and Design BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at DDM

Plus, five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Mathematics or equivalent.

Alternative qualifications include:

  • Pass in the QAA accredited Access to HE Art and Design course with at least 15 level-3 credits in Art and Design at Distinction. English GCSE required as a separate qualification
  • Art and Design Foundation Diploma: Pass 

We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course or

  • International Baccalaureate: 30+ Points including Art and Design at higher level grade 6 or

Portfolio Required: You will also need a good portfolio according to the course guidelines as part of your application. Portfolio guidance for Concept and Comic Art.

Interview Required: No

UCAS Tariff changes

Students applying for courses starting in September will be made offers based on the latest UCAS Tariff. 

We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications

English Language Requirements:

If English is not your first language then an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent) is essential.

Fees

Tuition fees for International students: £14750

Tuition fees for EU students: £9250 with our EU undergraduate transitional scholarship


This information was accurate on : 19/04/2021
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