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Game DesignMajorMinor

The gaming industry is one of the fastest and most innovative business sectors, with game design being used to create more than “just a game”. This unique program lets you build and apply skills in game design and development to address a range of real-world problems – using the universal appeal of play.

Delve headfirst into the world of gaming and examine all elements of game creation, including character design, artwork and game production.

You will collaborate with your peers to bring your imagination to life through the creation of your own game. Take advantage of entrepreneurial opportunities and create and distribute games, both individually and in teams.

Taught by staff with international connections, you will develop professional relationships and become part of a thriving industry.

Major (8)

For a major in Games Design, students must successfully complete 8 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
DES101
SGD103 Corporate Reporting
DES231 Strategic Management Accounting
SGD200 Taxation Law and Practice
SGD202 Research Project
SGD230 Managerial Project
SGD305

PLUS select 1 course from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
SGD211 Management and Organisational Behaviour
SGD213 Introduction to Marketing

Minor (4)

For a minor in Games Design, students must successfully complete 4 courses:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
SGD100 Accounting for Business
SGD103 Introduction to Informatics
SGD230 Business Events
SGD305