Comic and Concept Art, Leeds Arts University

Name: Leo Hughes

University: Leeds Arts University

Program: Comic and Concept Art

Year of Study: Year 3

Institution: Program:

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Campus Facilities: Academic Environment:

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Social Life: Career Planning Opportunities:

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Overall Experience:

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Contrast Between Workload hours in University vs High School:

I did less work in university than in high school

Same number of hours

1-3 more hours of work in university

4-6 more hours of work in university

7-9 more hours of work in university

10+ more hours of work in university

What did you wish you knew before choosing your specific program?

That it was mainly character based.

What was your best experience at university?

Meeting the creator of ironman.

What was your worst university experience?

Getting betrayed by someone who was meant to be a very good friend.

What is the hardest part about your program and what were the steps that you took to overcome any difficulties?

Choosing what speciality to focus on. It took a year to decide that I wanted to focus on creature design rather than character.

What was your favourite module/course and why?

Concept art (LAUCCA): it challenges you to push yourself to your limits.

What tips and advice would you give to first year students?

Be as social as you can. Don’t be afraid to try something new.