Start your career in games

80% of ARC Academy graduates start their careers in the gaming and creative industries.

Early Admission

Apply for one of our Programs and benefit from our Early Admission period.

Depending on the Program you choose you can get:

  • Discount on your tuition fees
  • Free two-course module at ARC Online
  • Career workshop
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Preliminary program

Foundations in Digital Arts

  • 5 months
  • Preliminary course
  • Distance

This program combines traditional art (anatomy, perspective, composition and color theory) with digital techniques in Adobe Photoshop and Blender. It is an ideal preparation for aspiring artists who want to build a strong foundation before specializing.

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2-year on-campus or distance learning programs

At ARC Academy, we offer two forms of education – on-campus and distance learning. Whichever you choose, you’ll meet a global network of professionals ready to prepare you for a successful career in the gaming and creative industries.

Visual Arts

  • 2 years
  • On-campus

Immerse yourself in the process of creating the story, characters, levels and mechanics of the game.

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Game Design

  • 2 years
  • On-campus
  • Distance

Learn the core principles of game development, including gameplay mechanics, level design and balance. Develop your skills by creating your own game concept.

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Concept Art

  • 2 years
  • On-campus
  • Distance

Develop skills in character, environment, and prop design through digital drawing and visual storytelling. Learn the techniques for creating complex concept art projects.

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3D Art

  • 2 years
  • On-campus
  • Distance

Gain expertise in the entire 3D pipeline, from modeling to texturing. Work with industry-standard softwares like Blender and Maya to build a professional 3D portfolio.

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Game Programming

  • 2 years
  • On-campus

Master game development, working with game engines and code optimization.

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Select you preferred way of study

Our methodology

Learner-centered,
experience-based approach.

On-campus programs

A 2-year professional qualification program with both on-campus and online learning options in the following specialties: Game Design, Concept Art, 3D Art or Game Programming.

First semester

Intro

Introductory courses that provide a comprehensive overview of the industry, different roles and their interactions.

Second semester

Fundamentals

Specialized subjects focused on discipline-specific knowledge and the use of relevant software.

Third semester

Advanced

Studying of complex concepts and skill development through challenging tasks and specialized courses.

Fourth Semester

Game Lab

A practical phase where students create a video game in teams, with each team member taking on a role related to their future profession.

Our methodology

Learner-centered,
experience-based approach.

Distance learning programs

A 2-year professional qualification program with both on-campus and online learning options in the following specialties: Game Design, Concept Art, 3D Art, or Game Programming.

First semester

Intro

Introductory courses that provide a comprehensive overview of the industry, different roles, and their interactions.

Second semester

Fundamentals

Specialized subjects focused on discipline-specific knowledge and the use of relevant software.

Third semester

Advanced

Study of complex concepts and skill development through challenging tasks and specialized courses.

Fourth Semester

Game Lab

A practical phase where students create a video game in teams, with each team member taking on a role related to their future profession.

Apply now and start your gaming and creative career with ARC Academy!

Apply during Early Admission (until March 31) to take advantage of special opportunities for the 2025/2026 academic year.

Ready to take your education further? Head to our secure application process and submit an application for admission.

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