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These articles cover course achievements, student showcases, alumni interviews, and the latest event news for everything Game Art here at De Montfort University.
From DMU to a TIGA Awards nomination - here’s how Ciaran did it
Game Art graduate Ciaran Lennon, nominated for Graduate of the Year (Designer category), reflects on how his time at DMU and the support of his lecturers shaped his creative journey
From DMU to Dream job with Hazel Brown
Hazel Brown returned to De Montfort University to share her experience studying Game Art and building a successful career in the games industry during the annual Industry Degree Show Event and Traditional Exhibition.
Golden industry accolade for DMU Game Art course
De Montfort University’s Game Art course has been awarded Gold Academic Partner Status by Epic Games for its excellence in teaching Unreal Engine and producing outstanding student work. The recognition highlights DMU’s strong industry connections, high-quality creative output, and commitment to preparing students for careers in game art and real-time 3D production.
De Montfort University’s Games Courses Achieve TIGA Accreditation
De Montfort University’s games courses have achieved prestigious accreditation from TIGA, recognising the university’s commitment to industry-focused teaching, professional development, and student success. The accreditation highlights the strength of DMU’s Game Art, Games Production, and Computer Games Programming courses, praised for their industry connections, collaborative learning, studio environments, and graduate employability within the games sector.
DMU student Shay is thriving in the EA games environment
Shay Palmer is thriving during her year-long placement as a 3D artist at Criterion Games, where she creates immersive environments and props for major racing titles. Studying Game Art at De Montfort University helped Shay develop the technical and transferable skills needed to adapt quickly in a professional studio environment, earning recognition from her team and opening exciting career opportunities within the games industry.
Game Art at DMU earns prestigious industry recognition
De Montfort University’s Game Art BA (Hons) course has been recognised by Epic Games as part of its prestigious Unreal Academic Partner Program. The recognition highlights the course’s industry-focused teaching, experienced staff, and use of Unreal Engine to prepare students for careers in game art and real-time 3D industries. Students also benefit from strong industry links, professional briefs, and opportunities that help develop both technical and creative skills for the evolving games industry.
An artist at the top of his game
From DMU classrooms to industry-defining titles like The Last of Us Part II, Halo Wars 2, and Star Wars Jedi: Survivor — alumnus Del Walker proves where a career in Game Art can lead. Discover how the course helped launch one of the industry’s leading character artists.