Game Art
& 3D Animation
Diploma Program
Singapore's top-ranked game art school. Build real-time game assets, characters and environments in Unreal Engine with professionals from EA Sports, Riot Games, Ubisoft and Bandai Namco. A game art diploma purpose-built for the games industry.
Next intake27 November 2026 · Applications are open now
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Meet our counsellors, see graduate work, and get your questions answered. Zoom link emailed right away.
Why 3dsense
Singapore's Leading Game Art & Design School
Our game art diploma is built entirely around games: real-time pipelines, game engines, and studio workflows used in AAA and indie development. If your goal is film VFX, that's our 3D Animation, VFX & 3D Modeling program.
Industry Instructors
Learn game art and game design from professionals who have shipped titles at EA Sports, Riot Games, Ubisoft, Bandai Namco, and Tencent Games. Real pipelines, real critique, and real game industry knowledge from day one.
Unreal Engine Partner
As an official Unreal Engine Academic Partner, our game design courses put you inside the world's leading real-time engine. Graduate fluent in Unreal Engine, Maya, ZBrush, and Substance Painter.
Degree Pathway Ready
Graduates may progress directly into Year 2 at the University of Hertfordshire. Add the optional Advanced Diploma for Year 3 entry, transforming your game design program experience into a full bachelor's degree.
The Program
12 Months. 14 Modules.
One Game-Ready Portfolio.
Singapore's leading game art school, structured across three terms from game asset fundamentals through character and environment art to an advanced portfolio. One of the top game design course Singapore students choose for a career in games.
Term 1 · Foundation
Game Art
Foundations
- Game Asset Modeling (Maya)
- ZBrush Digital Sculpting
- PBR Texturing & Substance Painter
- UV Mapping for Games
- Game Engine Basics (Unreal)
- Concept for Game Art
Term 2 · Specialization
Characters &
Environments
- Game Character Modeling
- Animation for Games
- Environment Art & Level Design
- Lighting in Unreal Engine
- Rigging for Games
- Game UI & HUD Design
Term 3 · Advanced
Advanced Game Art
& Portfolio
- Advanced Character Art
- Real-Time VFX (Niagara)
- Portfolio Polish & Optimisation
- Graduate Portfolio Review
- Industry Critique Sessions
Student Work: Joel Loh · Game Art & 3D Animation Alumni
Career Outcomes
Hired by the World's Best Studios
Graduates from our game design courses and game art programs work at leading studios across AAA, indie and mobile worldwide.
Alumni hired at
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Student Stories
What Our Students Say
The game design course at 3dsense is structured the way a real studio works. By the time I graduated, I had a portfolio of polished Unreal Engine scenes and character models that landed me my first industry role.
Game art schools vary widely in quality but 3dsense stands apart. The instructors have shipped real titles and they teach you to think like a studio artist from day one. Being an Unreal Engine Partner school means the tools are exactly what the industry uses.
Admission
How to Enrol
Applications are open year-round. Our admissions team will guide you through portfolio requirements, fees, and available subsidies.
- 31 July 2026
- 27 November 2026
- 26 March 2027
- 30 July 2027
- 26 November 2027
- Age 16 and above
- O Levels or equivalent (incl. English)
- Portfolio submission & interview
- No prior background required
- Open to local & international students
Full program fee
SGD 3,000 merit scholarship available
After the SkillsFuture subsidy
SkillsFuture subsidy applies to eligible applicants
FAQ
Common Questions
What are the eligibility criteria for the Game Art & 3D Animation Diploma Program?
3dsense’s Game Art & 3D Animation Diploma Program is open to anyone with a passion for game art and gaming, with basic skills in drawing and design. While prior skills in graphic design or animation are helpful, they are not required. Admission is based on creative potential and dedication to learning.
What makes the Game Art & 3D Animation Diploma at 3dsense unique compared to other game art courses?
The Game Art & 3D Animation Diploma Program at 3dsense emphasizes real-world experience with game engines and specialized techniques used by top game designers. Students also receive mentorship from experienced game artists who help refine both artistic and technical abilities. Upon graduation, students leave with the skills and professional portfolio needed to succeed in the competitive gaming industry.
What are the hardware and software requirements?
3dsense Media School provides all the required hardware and software for the Game Art Course, so you don’t need to bring or purchase your own. Students will have access to powerful computers with dedicated graphics cards and industry-standard tools installed. Key software includes Adobe Creative Suite and other essential industry tools.
What is the program fee, and how can I pay for the program?
3dsense’s 3D Game Art Course fees are payable in Singapore Dollars via cheque, telegraphic wire transfer, ATM, or internet banking transfer. Students will receive detailed email notifications with instructions to ensure timely tuition fee payments. Please note that late payments will incur a 2% charge on the amount due. For further details, contact our admissions team.
What support is available for international students?
We guide you through the Student Pass application, help you prepare your portfolio and application, point you to accommodation near campus, and support you as you settle into life in Singapore.
When is the next intake?
We run three intakes a year and each diploma is one year, full time. The current intake date is shown at the top of this page. Register for the next Online Info Session or leave us a question below and we’ll confirm application deadlines.
What happens at the Online Info Session?
It is a free two-hour session on Zoom. Our counsellors walk through the programme, what the study year involves, fees and funding, and recent graduate work, with time for your questions. Your Zoom link is emailed as soon as you register.
Ready to Launch Your Game Art Career?
The best way to decide is to join us. Come to our next free Online Info Session, meet the team, see recent graduate work, and get your questions answered before you apply.
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