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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.

Unreal Academic Partner - Epic Games

Major (8)

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

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
DES101 Secondary Professional Learning 4: The Professional Empowered and Engaged
SGD103 Communication and Thought
DES231 Human Physiology
SGD200 Biodiversity and Ecology
SGD202 Secondary Professional Learning 1: Transitioning into the Profession
SGD230 Plant Diversity and Ecology
SGD305 Cell Biology

PLUS select 1 course from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
SGD211 Vertebrate Diversity and Ecology
SGD213 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education

Minor (4)

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

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
SGD100 Invertebrate Biology and Ecology
SGD103 Molecular Ecology
SGD230 Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
SGD305 Microbiology