A Diploma of 3D Design and Animation provides a base of knowledge around general 3D principles and practice, as well as an introduction to specialist areas in the field. You’ll study the basics of modelling, rigging, animation, texturing, lighting and composition. Completing a Diploma of 3D Design and Animation provides accreditation to continue studying or take on an entry-level position in the field. Please note that some specialised subjects may be delivered online only.

During the course, you'll develop a portfolio to show off your creative potential and help you start your career in the design sector. Under the mentorship of our academic team and industry partners you'll learn how to tell stories, bring characters and digital worlds to life and respond to client briefs. You'll also develop a theoretical and technical base of knowledge of general 3D principles and practice, along with an introduction to specialist areas within the field.

This course comprises of three core subjects and nine specialisation subjects.

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

Core:

• Core

• Specialisations

Requirements

Complete three core subjects. Additionally, you're required to complete nine specialisation subjects from the specialisation tab.

Core subjects

• Design Studio 1 | DSO102

• Digital Design Foundations | DGDDD100

• Design Studio 2 | DSO103

Specialisations:

Requirements

Complete nine specialisation subjects.

Specialisation subjects

• 2D Asset Creation | ACR101

• 3D Asset Creation | ACR103

• Game Design Principles | GDP102

• Animation Principles | ANP100

• Game Production Foundation | GPF104

• Beyond the Creative Industries | BCI100

• Work Integrated Learning | WIL100C

• Digital Portfolio and Showreel | DPO100

• Procedural Geometry and Workflow | PGW200

The course is a stepping stone towards an exciting career in 3D design and animation as well as an entry point into one of our Bachelor degrees. You can find opportunities within a dedicated film or broadcast postproduction, animation, visual effects or game studio environment, or alternatively as an in-house specialist working for organisations in a range of industries.

Potential career paths

• Concept Artist
  Average salary: $102,500
• 3D Animator
  Average salary: $55,000 - $95,000
• 3D Game Artist
  Average salary: $76,250 - $100,450
• 3D Modeler
  Average salary: $76,250 - $100,450

Australian Year 12 or equivalent

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