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BA (Hons) Computer Arts
Study BA (Hons) Computer Arts at Scotland’s Top Modern University (Guardian University Guide 2026).
Immerse yourself in a world of digital design on one of the most prestigious Computer Arts degrees in Europe. This professionally accredited course develops your skills and understanding in the field of digital arts and design, with subjects like animation, 3D development, concept art, asset and character design.
This course equips you with all the necessary practical skills, theoretical knowledge, and creative tools you need to explore and build your digital arts and design practice. You’ll lead the design and production of a range of creative content for computer games, digital illustration, concept art, animation, visual effects and much more.
You’ll expand your knowledge and discover how to develop your critical and contextual understanding of the digital arts. As well as lectures and classes, you’ll have opportunities to engage with industry practitioners, attend visiting lectures, participate in masterclasses and receive project mentoring.
If you have any questions about Computer Arts, or applying to Abertay, please give us a call on +44(0)1382 308080 or send an email to international@abertay.ac.uk.
4 reasons to choose Computer Arts at Abertay
1. We're the Top Scottish Modern University: According to the Guardian University Guide 2026.
2. Top industry accreditation: All of our Computer Games Degrees are accredited, most by Creative Skillset - the quality mark for excellence in media education.
3. Entrepreneurial spirit: Many of our graduates have successfully set up their own games companies, including Guerilla Tea, Hyper Luminal Games, Pixel Blimp and Tag Games.
4. You'll be sought after by industry: Abertay graduates are in high demand in the UK and across the world. Many of our graduates have gone on to work for the industry's heavy hitters.
What do our Computer Arts graduates say?
Our Computer Arts graduates will always be our strongest advocates, so check out what Amrita Bharij, Senior UX Designer at Rockstar Games had to say about her time at Abertay University.
I believe Abertay is increasingly strong in its field due to a combination of strong relationships with industry figures, cutting edge technology, running events and competitions and keep up with current trends.
Amrita was part of our BA (Hons) Computer Arts class of 2006.
Why Dundee?
Dundee is going through something of a cultural rebirth.
It was named by The Wall Street Journal as one of the world’s hottest destinations, helped greatly by the £80m V&A Dundee, the stunning design museum, which opened its doors in 2018.
Dundee is a little pot of gold at the end of the A92 - The Guardian
It’s an extremely friendly city, which is small enough to get from A to B by foot, but large enough to have great shopping and vibrant nightlife.
Dundee is a contemporary city full of energy and vision—it has one of the highest student population ratios in the UK—and it’s the perfect environment for a Computer Arts student to learn their trade.
