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Associate of Game Art and Design
- Shoreline, United States
- 2.67 years
- English
- On campus
- Associate
About the program
A four-year honours degree in creating game art, Levels and content for the games industry.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop knowledge of Game Art and Design and apply creative practice
- Critical evaluation
- and presentation of work to academic or practical tasks. Evaluate relevant information and communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- 2D and 3D animation generalist
- Creature animator
- Character animator
- 2D/3D rigging
- Creature FX animator
- Lead technical animator
- Character and environment concept artist
- Texture artist
- Storyboard and layout artist
- Matte painter
- Game modeller
Curriculum
- Four-year programme with digital technology fundamentals
- Creative coding
- Gaming fundamentals
- Visual design for games
- 3D modelling of game props
- Material and lighting
- Rigging for games
- 2D asset creation
- Game engine programming and game design.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Academic records (unofficial transcripts accepted)
- 50 USD application fee
- bank letter or statement within 6 months showing at least 25
- 578 USD
- no English proficiency test required for admission (placement tests at orientation).
Accepted academic background
Not published (academic records/transcripts required; no minimum level stated for the associate pathway)
Language tests
- Duolingo IELTS 5.0
- IELTS TOEFL iBT 46
- TOEFL iBT PTE Academic 46
- PTE Academic Duolingo 85
- IELTS Academic 5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- English Language Test Results
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake availability. Prepare your academic records and required supporting documents. Submit the application through the institution's approved application process. Provide language proficiency evidence and pay any application fee when applicable. Monitor the application status and respond to requests for additional information.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $12,273 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Shoreline main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Visual and Performing Arts |
| Department | Visual Arts Department |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 117 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | The source record indicates potential scholarship opportunities. Award amounts, eligibility criteria and intake conditions must be confirmed before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
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Program starts
April 2027
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Program starts
July 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 2.67 years.
Tuition is $12,273 USD per year. The application fee is $50 USD. The estimated living cost is $11,610 USD.
Accepted language tests: Duolingo IELTS 5.0, IELTS TOEFL iBT 46, TOEFL iBT PTE Academic 46, PTE Academic Duolingo 85, IELTS Academic 5.

