A Diploma of Game Design and Development introduces the full spectrum of game art and design, from visual design fundamentals to illustration, game design conception and introductory development processes. Upon completion, you’ll possess the necessary technical skills and exposure to industry to work as an entry-level Game Developer or continue studies at a bachelor level.

This course introduces the full spectrum of game art and design, from visual design fundamentals to game design conception and introductory game development processes. You will be exposed to the technical tools and 3D construction techniques that are integral to the field. This diploma develops the necessary technical skills and exposure to game development processes to begin working in game development, or provide a clear pathway for further study.

This course comprises of six core subjects and two elective subjects.

Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours self-directed study.

• Core

• Electives

Core:

Requirements

Complete six core subjects. Additionally, you’re required to select two electives from the electives tab.

Core subjects

• 2D Asset Creation | ACR101

• Game Design Principles | GDP102

• Design Context | DCX101

• 3D Asset Creation | ACR103

• Design Studio 1 | DSO102

• Game Production Foundation | GPF104

Electives:

Requirements

Choose two electives.

Elective subjects

• Animation Principles | ANP100

• Beyond the Creative Industries | BCI100

• Visual Language of Design | DGDVL100

• Introduction to Programming | ITP122

• Motion Design | DIG104A

• Interaction Design | DIG103A

• Design Studio 2 | DSO103

• 2D Game Programming | GPR103

On successfully completing this qualification, you will have specific skills, knowledge and experiences to pursue employment in the game development industry in a variety of entry-level roles or develop your own entrepreneurial projects. You’ll also have the necessary foundation to pursue further study in related design and technology undergraduate degrees.

Potential career paths

• Character Artist
  Average salary: $73,878 - $146,248
• Game Designer
  Average salary: $78,000 - $145,250
• Environment Animator
  Average salary: $72,750 - $97,716

Australian Year 12 or equivalent

Academic IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent