Design new worlds and alternate realities with a BFA in Game Art
Recognized as a top gaming school in the world, our Game Art major equips students with the skill sets needed for a durable and diverse career in the games industry.
Perfect your artistic techniques, study the mechanics of game design and interactivity, and build your own worlds. Master leading software used by pros while learning textures, lighting, player options, and engagement. We believe in hyper marketability, preparing students with top-rate portfolios and we understand the values that game studios are looking for in the most elite of candidates. With alumni working in the world’s most renowned studios, the Game Art major brings in top recruiters including Riot Games, Blizzard Entertainment, Epic Games, and Bungie. Students can also work in other industries using real-time visualization such as architecture, film, and more.
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Cutting-Edge Technology
Game Art uses all of the most up-to-date software that is commonly used in AAA and Indie studios.
Our goal is to create a working environment that mimics a professional production pipeline. Our suite includes: Unreal Engine, Maya, Zbrush, Adobe Suite, Substance suite, Houdini, and more.
Opportunities for Students
Game Developer’s Conference (GDC)
Every year, we encourage our students to attend the Game Developers Conference in San Francisco. It is a valuable experience that allows them to connect with industry professionals, learn more about leading studios, and strengthen bonds with their peers.
Internships
We are constantly connecting with industry professionals to find exciting opportunities for real-world experience.
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Industry Critiques
To further inform the work of our fourth year students we bring in renowned visiting artists to participate in milestone critiques.
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INDEX
INDEX is an experiential education initiative that provides students the opportunity to gain industry experience prior to graduation by connecting them with leading brands and clients to develop creative solutions to business challenges.
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Where have our alumni worked?
Game Art
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