Course overview
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Unlike most outdated universities, we've developed this degree with loads of industry input so you can rest assured we are teaching you all the professional, technical and personal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.
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Majors
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
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.
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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
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Entry requirements
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Standard entry
- 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
Student profile
Campuses & intake dates
- MelbourneVIC