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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 Sustainability Problem Solving
SGD103 Communication and Thought
DES231 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
SGD200 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
SGD202 Introduction to Sociology: Society, Culture and Change
SGD230 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
SGD305 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory

PLUS select 1 course from:

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
SGD211 Social Justice, Welfare and the State
SGD213 Understanding Cultural Diversity

Minor (4)

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

CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
SGD100 Social Research
SGD103 Gender and Culture
SGD230 Industry Project 1: Social and Community Studies
SGD305 Communication and Thought