Norwich games courses achieve TIGA industry accreditation

TIGA is the trade association representing the UK video games industry. Accreditation is a recognition of the Norwich games courses’ strong industry links, quality of teaching and employment prospects for graduates.

The TIGA accreditation team noted that BA (Hons) Games Art and Design benefits from a well-rounded structure that provides students with a range of key skills. It also delivers the opportunity for specialisation as students progress in their studies and further careers.

BSc (Hons) Games Development was highlighted for its strong programming focus and opportunity to work in interdisciplinary teams. This develops appropriate skillsets for work within the games industry, both on indie projects and for larger AAA game studios.

Dr Richard Wilson OBE, TIGA CEO, commented “Norwich University of the Arts offers two high quality video games courses that equip students with skills that are needed in the video games industry. Both courses offer opportunities for cross-disciplinary work, which is crucial for employability. The technical focus on C++, maths and physics in the Games Development course is a real strength. The integration of game jams and art tests in the Games Art and Design course ensures that students’ skills are honed and relevant to industry. Congratulations to the staff and students of Norwich University of the Arts on your successful accreditations.”

Associate Professor Mark Wickham, Director of Computer Arts and Technology said “We are delighted that BA (Hons) Games Art and Design has successfully renewed its TIGA accreditation and is now accompanied by BSc (Hons) Games Development. This is testament to the hard work of all the staff and students, and the importance of our position in a specialist arts institution here in Norwich. Working with TIGA has again been a pleasure and reassures that the games industry is paying close attention to the quality of the next generation of graduate artists and developers. The accreditation process is robust, streamlined, and stands as a great opportunity to capture all the good work that takes place at the university. The courses have gone from strength to strength and our story is set to continue for many years to come.”

Header image by BA (Hons) Games Art and Design graduate Lucy Zini.