Bachelor of Game Design
Academy of Interactive Technology
CRICOS provider number: 02155J TEQSA provider ID: PRV12005
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
Get ready to join a like-minded community of passionate game enthusiasts where every day you have the opportunity to design and develop commercially viable digital games.
Unlike most outdated universities, we've developed this degree with loads of industry input so you can rest assured we are teaching you all the professional, technical and personal skills contemporary game design studios are looking for.
Enter the realm of game design, discovering how to design characters, levels and environments, and model 3D assets for deployment in game engines, using all of the same software and processes your favourite games have been designed with.
Learn 3D modelling, game design, bio-mechanics, movement, rigging, surfacing, high-level technical digital art as well as how to present and pitch your ideas to an industry panel - giving you the confidence and skills you need to step straight into your dream role.
Areas of study
3D animation mechanics, 3D asset development, 3D character lab, 3D rigging, cinematic animation lab, console game development, culture and creativity, emerging insights, game design mechanics, game development lab, game scripting, level design, multiplayer game development, professional freelancing, technical art, virtual production lab.
Career opportunities
Video game designer, game tester, level designer, 3D artist / designer, concept artist, mobile developer, visual & interaction designer, game mathematician, environment artist, 3D modeller, 3D rigger, 3D visualiser, VFX designer.
Practical experience
In your final year, our Professional Internship Program places you in a professional industry organisation where you will develop relevant skills oriented toward your chosen career. It will provide you with an opportunity to apply what you know, be mentored, receive feedback and seek opportunities for development in a real-world setting, as well as be exposed to emerging trends and technology impacting your industry. Prior to commencement of the internship, AIT will determine a suitable placement company based on your individual needs and interests.
Fees and charges
Refer to AIT latest fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: Design and Technology, Visual Art
All applicants
One of the following:
- Be 17 years or older at the time of commencement (students under 18 will require a support letter from their parent or guardian); and
- Have completed high school certification equivalent to an Australian Year 12. Year 11 students will be considered on a case-by-case basis, subject to providing Year 11 results (or equivalent), a support letter from a parent or guardian (if underage), a portfolio (if applicable), and attending a screening interview; * or
- Have successfully completed a Certificate IV, VET Diploma or Higher Education Diploma; or
- Have successfully completed one year of full-time study in a degree course at a higher education provider; or
- Display experience or interest in the field of interactive media through evidence of relevant work or practice. Students may be asked to demonstrate this through a CV, short written piece, interview and/or portfolio.
*Note: For Domestic applicants leaving school prior to then completion of Year 12 please check with your school or relevant education authority as to the specific legal requirements. Where a release letter from your school is required, please include this in your application. In all cases please provide a letter (certified) of support from your parent or legal guardian in your application.
Refer to the AIT's general admission criteria.
Further information
View all details of this course on the AIT website.
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ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (full year intake, 2023)
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- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
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