Kotryna Zeciute
BA (Hons) Games Art and Design
Kotryna, is a recipient of the 2025 Here East scholarship and is building a future in games at Teesside University London. She develops her digital art and 3D skills, gaining confidence, work experience and skills as a student ambassador and in volunteer roles.
I recommend Teesside University and my course because it covers a wide range of areas within video game development, including animation, 3D modelling, and creating concept art.
Why games art and design?
I have always been fascinated by the process behind the creation of video games and animated movies, with a particular interest in the development pipeline and how ideas evolve from concept to the final product. My passion was inspired by the Frozen 2 behind-the-scenes documentary.
Why Teesside University London?
I like the smaller campus, industry-aligned courses, and the personalised support lecturers provide through smaller class sizes.
Best thing about your course?
I enjoyed the Concept Art module the most, as it aligns closely with my career goals and the field I plan to go into after graduation. I particularly like the six-week block structure, which allows me to focus on one module at a time rather than doing them all at once.
Tell us about the campus and services.
The online library provides a lot of useful resources for my course, which is really helpful when I need to do extra research for my modules, such as Concept Art. I was able to develop my skills and improve my work by being able to read advice from books created by artists for artists.
What’s London and the local area like for students?
Being in London provides me with a lot of opportunities to go out, with plenty of events happening throughout the year. The campus is in Here East, where there is the Olympic Park, and the Canalside offers a diverse range of restaurants, and during the summer, it’s nice to sit by the river.
Any extracurricular activities?
Yes, I’m a student ambassador and help promote the University to prospective students at open days and evenings, assisting at UCAS events, and providing course information to potential students and parents. This helped me to build confidence in communication, teamwork, and representing the University in a fun yet professional way.
I also volunteer to run an art club at a local youth centre, where I help young people develop their creative skills.
Future ambitions?
Take full advantage of the smaller class sizes and support from lecturers, as it really helps you develop your skills. Also, get involved in opportunities like clubs, volunteering, or ambassador roles, it’s a great way to build experience, meet people, and make the most of your time at University.