What is a Bachelor of Game Design and Development?
A Bachelor of Game Design and Development expands on design, artistic and technical skills for creating modern games and interactive projects. It covers the creation of elements such as environments, characters and stories for immersive experiences, and provides hands-on experience with industry-standard software.Learning outcomes
- Gain practical industry insights from working professionals.
- Develop your artistic style and technical skills at the same time.
- Work with other game artists and programmers towards a common goal.
- Operate within a games studio, in a real-world context.
Explore Unity
Create games for mobile, console, PC or VR using Unity, the most advanced industry-standard software.
Explore Unreal
Learn advanced 3D skills to succeed in game development, architecture, film, TV, and more with Unreal Engine.
PlayStation® First Academic Development Partner
Develop games using the PlayStation® 5 Platform with exclusive access to Professional Development Kits and Tools.
This is an AQF Level 7 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd
*For more details on international student study options.

Career opportunities
Everything you create during this course can go towards a high-quality portfolio of games-related assets, including a published professional-level game, to impress future employers and secure you a career in one of the many exciting fields of game development.
Potential career paths
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Character Artist
Average salary: $79,000 - $138,000 -
Game Designer
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Environment Designer
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2D/3D Animator
Average salary: $40,000 - $103,000

Subjects and units
This course comprises of six core subjects, 11 specialisation subjects and five elective subjects.
Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours self-directed study.
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Year 1
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Year 2
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Year 3
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Electives
Requirements
Core subjects
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Design Context | DCX101
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Design Studio 1 | DSO102
Specialisation subjects
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2D Asset Creation | ACR101
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Game Design Principles | GDP102
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3D Asset Creation | ACR103
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Game Production Foundation | GPF104
Requirements
Core subjects
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Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver | DDD203
Specialisation subjects
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Advanced 3D Asset Creation | AAC202
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Game Studies | GST201
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Animation | ANI203
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Rapid Game Prototype | RGP204
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Game Development PlayStation | GDP204
Requirements
Core subjects
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Problem Based Learning Studio | PBL202
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Social Enterprise | SEN301
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Work Integrated Learning | WIL302
Specialisation subjects
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Pre-Production Capstone 1 | PPR301
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Production Capstone 2 | PRD302
Requirements
Elective subjects
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Animation Principles | ANP100
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Beyond the Creative Industries | BCI100
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Visual Language of Design | DGDVL100
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Introduction to Programming | ITP122
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Motion Design | DIG104A
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Interaction Design | DIG103A
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Design Studio 2 | DSO103
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2D Game Programming | GPR103
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Hard Surface and Environment Modelling | HSE200
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Procedural Geometry and Workflow | PGW200
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Motion Graphic Design | MGD200
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Wayfinding | CIN200A
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Emerging Design Technologies (Commercial) | IDC206A
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Portfolio | CDM303A
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Persuasive Media Production | PMP300
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Lighting and Look Development | LLD300
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Real Time Animation Production | RTA300
Technology
Learn with industry standard technologies
International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. Please note that due to COVID-19, authorities have provided exceptions to the usual face-to-face learning requirements until 30 June 2023 only. For more information, visit Study in Australia.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.
Industry partners and work placements
Engage with industry throughout your course as you complete an industry brief or internship, gaining valuable work experience in your dream field.
Entry details
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Domestic
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International
Fees
Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.
FEE-HELP
Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.
Scholarships
If you are truly passionate about Design and Creative Technology, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of Design and Creative Technology scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the Design and Creative Technology industry:Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application, check that you meet the requirements listed below.
Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent
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Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above
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Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification
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Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.Fees
Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.
Fee payment
Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.
Scholarships
We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements below.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification you may be able to credit this against your degree with us, even if it’s from another institution. This is called Recognition of Prior Learning. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.How to apply

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Frequently asked questions
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Can I get course credit for previous experience?
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