Torrens University Australia
Bachelor of Game Design and Development
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationA 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.
Throughout this game design degree you will work alongside lecturers who’ll offer practical industry insights while you develop enhanced skills in 2D, 3D, animation, environment art, character art and an understanding of user experience in games.
Working in teams, you’ll develop electronic games across various platforms, including online, mobile and console in a similar environment to a real-world studio.
As well as giving you practical skills, knowledge and design capability, the Bachelor of Game Design and Development also encourages a holistic approach, enhancing your soft skills such as communication, commercial acumen, and an understanding of business realities.
Delivery mode
Torrens University Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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- 196 Flinders Street, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent OR
Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above OR
Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification OR
Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Game Design and Development will prepare you for the following roles.
Application Designer
An Application Designer develops software applications tailored to meet user needs and business requirements. You might work in a technology firm,...
Game Designer
A Game Designer creates digital games in a range of platforms. You might design for websites, for apps or for other gaming systems. Game Designers...
Game Programmer
A Game Programmer creates the software that powers video games. You might work for a game development studio or as a freelancer. Game Programmers f...
Game Tester
A Game Tester evaluates video games to identify bugs and glitches before release, ensuring a smooth player experience. Their duties include running...
Game Developer
A Game Developer creates games for a range of digital and online systems. You’ll come up with ideas for new games and include characters, challenge...
Game Artist
A Game Artist creates visual content for video games, such as characters, environments, and UI elements. You’ll collaborate with game designers and...
Level Designer
A Level Designer is responsible for creating engaging, interactive, and challenging levels within video games. Duties include designing layouts, pl...
Concept Artist
A Concept Artist creates visual designs and artwork for projects in fields like gaming, film, and animation. You might work with creative teams to...
Game Mathematician
A Game Mathematician applies mathematical principles to enhance game design. You’ll develop gameplay algorithms, balance in-game economies, and ana...
Environment Artist
An Environment Artist creates immersive 3D environments for video games, films, or simulations. You may work in game development studios or film pr...
Game Producer
A Game Producer oversees video game development, ensuring projects meet timelines, budgets, and quality standards. You’ll coordinate teams of desig...
Multimedia Specialist
Multimedia Specialists leverage the latest digital technologies to create animated content and games for education and training modules, online sto...
About Torrens University Australia
Our students ranked Torrens University seventh in Australia for Teaching Quality in 2022’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT) Student Experience Survey. In the same QILT survey, postgraduate students ranked us sixth for Overall Quality of Educational Experience.
We’ve also been awarded a range of industry-specific awards that celebrate our world-class university education.
