PROGRAMME OVERVIEW
The BA Computer Arts (Stage 3 Direct Entry) programme at MAGES Singapore provides students with the opportunity to progress directly into the third year of study, building upon prior qualifications in art, design, animation, games, or related creative disciplines.
This programme aims to develop students as confident, reflective, and professionally capable practitioners with strong creative, contextual and technical skills aligned to contemporary digital art production.
This year of study focuses on critical contextual understanding, specialist creative and technical development, and sustained engagement in a multidisciplinary production environment. Students deepen their practice through a combination of independent research, advanced option-based creative development, and collaborative professional project work.
They will refine their workflows, broaden their theoretical insight, and demonstrate their abilities through portfolio-led and prototype-focused assessment.
Graduates of the programme will be equipped with the creative, analytical and professional abilities required for employment across digital art fields including game art, visual development, asset production, digital illustration, and interdisciplinary interactive media sectors. Students will gain transferable skills enabling them to work effectively across teams, communicate with clarity, manage complex workflows, respond to critique, and adapt to changing demands within commercial and artistic contexts.
DURATION: 12 Months (Full-Time) and 18 Months (Part Time)
International Students are only offered Full-Time program.
STUDENT-TO-LECTURER RATIO: 18 Students : 1 Lecturer
MODE OF DELIVERY: Blended learning, including classroom lectures, hands-on practical sessions, and self-directed online learning. Learners are not allowed to switch modes after programme commencement.
NOTE: A Pass in all Modules within the maximum study period is required for Graduation.
SOFTWARE TAUGHT: Blender | Photoshop | Substance Painter | Unity | Unreal Engine | Open Office | SQLite | PostgreSQL | UML Tools
HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: Windows Laptop with a Minimum of: i7 (13th Gen) Processor or Ryzen 7, 16 GB RAM (32 GB recommended), NVIDIA RTX 3060 or above, 500 GB SSD (1 TB recommended)
MEDIUM OF INSTRUCTION AND ASSESSMENT: Lectures & Practical (Hands-on Application)
CERTIFICATION: Degree Certificate awarded by Abertay University
12 MONTH PROGRAM MODULES
The modules shown here make up your top-up year at MAGES, leading to an Abertay University degree. Together they sharpen your craft and critical thinking, culminating in a Professional Project that becomes the centrepiece of your graduate portfolio.Critical Studies
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This module is designed to enhance students’ ability to engage with theoretical and critical frameworks, to underpin specialist writing relevant to their domain of practice.
Type : Core
Advanced 3D Practice
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In this module, students will engage with the creative and technical processes involved in the design and production of game characters, environment, and prop art. Students will develop the ability to analyse, critique and develop 3D assets with consideration for style, aesthetics, narrative and technical implementation.
By the end of this project, students will have gained experience in the conceptualisation, planning, construction, and execution of game art across environments, characters and high-fidelity props, which will be particularly beneficial to those who have an interest in progressing into these roles professionally will gain the ability to plan a deep production pipeline suitable for asset production in the video game industry.
Type : Elective (3D)
Visual Development
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In this module students will advance their knowledge and understanding of the visual development cycle of digital art productions for games. Students will seek to develop a diet of research and practice that is industrially and commercially contextualized, alongside progressing their technical and creative skills.
Students will demonstrate their ability to expand on expectations and themes laid out by a creative brief and to concern themselves with effective visual communication to clients and audiences.
In addition, students will demonstrate ability with presenting their work and show evidence of their understanding of professional pipeline processes.
Type : Elective (Concept Art)
Professional Project
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For this module, students will be required to work together on an interactive media project as part of a multidisciplinary team. Individual students will be expected to contribute to their team by taking on a professional role suited to their area of study.
As part of the module, all students will be expected to: communicate with clients and relevant stakeholders; participate in pitching and presentations; research and test technical pipelines; create project documentation and planning materials; and contribute to the iterative design and development of a final interactive prototype.
Instructors
16 YEARS OF INSPIRATION & AWARDS
Our school proudly marks 16 years of cultivating creative talents and receiving prestigious awards.
FINALIST | 2021
Game Of The Year- Finalists for DARKEST DELIVERANCE
FINALIST | 2020
Game Of The Year - KAISAKE'S REVENGE Game
FINALIST | 2019
Game Of The Year - KELINCI KANVAS Game
TOP 10 | 2019
Production Excellence- Mobile (World Ranking)
WINNER | 2018
Game Of The Year - HORDE Game
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
UPCOMING INTAKES
14 September 2026
Full-Time
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Age: 18 years old or above (based on date of birth) at point of start class.
English Proficiency:
Local Students:
- GCE ‘O’ Level English – Requires a minimum of C6 English grade
- Pass interview with the Academic Director and assessment by Academic Board (if student does not meet the above English requirement.
International Students:
- IELTS – 6.0 overall (with no element below 5.5)
- Minimum of 10 years senior high school education where the medium of instruction is English with
minimum score of 65% in English.
Minimum Age: 18 years old or above (based on date of birth) at point of start class.
Academic Qualification:
- Applicants must hold a relevant diploma or equivalent qualification (minimum 240 SCQF credit points or equivalent) from a recognised institution in a cognate discipline. Direct entry to Stage 3(Year 3) requires completion of Stage 2 equivalent content in computer science, software engineering, games programming or a closely related technical discipline.
PROGRAM FEES
International Students
SGD 26,596.00
(Incl of 9% GST)
Singapore Citizens & PRs
SGD 25,724.00
(Incl of 9% GST)
Grants and Scholarships are available.
Message us at enquiry@mages.edu.sg
Fees Breakdown
BA COMPUTER ARTS (TOP UP)
| Total Payable (SGD) (Singaporeans & PR) |
Total Payable (SGD) (International Students) |
|
|---|---|---|
| Administration Fee (Non-FPS) | 1,744.00 | 2,616.00 |
| Course Fees Payable | 23,980.00 | 23,980.00 |
| Total Fees Payable | 25,724.00 | 26,596.00 |
All Items above are Inclusive of 9% GST
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Application Fees
- Local Students – SGD 545.00 (Inclusive of 9% GST)
- International Students – SGD 817.50 (Inclusive of 9% GST)
Payment Notes
- Non-Refundable Application Fee is not summed up in above table
- Course Fees Payable (Inclusive of 9% GST) is fully protected as required by EduTrust FPS
- MAGES Institute of Excellence has adopted the Insurance Scheme
- Students are advised to refer only to the official invoice or email communication from MAGES for accurate account details and payment instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What degree will I receive?
A BSc (Hons) Computer Game Applications Development awarded by Abertay University, Scotland. This is the same degree awarded to on-campus students in Dundee.
Do I need to travel to the UK?
No. The entire program is delivered at MAGES in Singapore.
How long is the program?
12 months full-time or 18 months part-time (subject to batch confirmation).
Do I need my own laptop?
Yes. Windows laptop with minimum i7 (13th Gen) or Ryzen 7, 16 GB RAM, NVIDIA RTX 3060 or above, 500 GB SSD.
Can international students apply?
Yes. International students are offered the full-time program. MAGES will assist with student pass applications.
What are the English language requirements?
IELTS 6.0 overall with no element below 5.5, or equivalent. Applicants whose prior qualification was delivered and assessed entirely in English may be exempt.
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