Game Designer Courses
A Game Designer develops digital games across platforms, creating characters, storylines, and challenges while collaborating with IT professionals.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).
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How do I become a Game Designer
Get qualified to work as a Game Designer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
ICT40120
Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The ICT40120 Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development) opens doors to a dynamic career in the gaming industry. Starting with basic computer skills, students gain expertise in gaming, virtual reality, and augmented reality. Graduates are equipped to launch their own games or pursue roles such as animation developer, media developer, design assistant, or 2D/3D artist.
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Duration
6 months - 12 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
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Estimated fee
From $42,165
Duration
24 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The Bachelor of Arts (Digital Media) focuses on the transformative role of digital media in contemporary communication. It provides a critical understanding of how technology shapes communication and imparts practical skills for planning and producing digital media projects. This course includes writing for digital audiences, planning social media strategy, and creating video and audio content. Taught by experienced media professionals, it emphasizes valuable future-ready skills such as creativity, digita...
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Estimated fee
From $42,165
Duration
24 months - 3 years
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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10702NAT
Learn how to develop interactive games with the 10702NAT Advanced Diploma of Professional Game Development. This fantastic qualification delivers a massive arsenal of coding skills and you’ll graduate ready to work in a large gaming studio. Your qualified course instructor will teach you how to work with game engines, graphics programming, AI programming, network programming, physics programming, and much more. You’ll also learn how to collaborate with artists and designers to make your games look awesome...
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CUA60620
The CUA60620 Advanced Diploma of Screen and Media (Game Art and Design) equips students with specialised skills in game design, scripting interactions, and creating game art. Students learn to build environments, characters, and props using industry-standard tools. This qualification prepares individuals for advanced roles in game development and CG artistry, where they apply technical and theoretical knowledge. Graduates can work autonomously or lead teams in the screen and media industries, showcasing t...
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Common questions
How much does a Video Game Designer earn?
In Australia, a full time Video Game Designer generally earns $1,900 per week ($98,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
What are the job opportunities for a Video Game Designer?
The number of people working in this industry has remained stable in recent years. There are currently 650 people employed as a Video Game Designer in Australia compared to 390 five years ago. Video Game Designers may find work across all regions of Australia, particularly larger towns and cities.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Video Game Designer?
If you’d like to become a Video Game Designer, consider enrolling in a Certificate IV in Information Technology (Programming). You’ll learn more about creating computer animations using audio, video and graphics. You could also consider a Certificate IV in Information Technology or a Certificate IV in Digital Media Technology.
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Graduates can look forward to exciting roles in game design, digital publishing and more in locations around the world. Start today!
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Learn the current best practice in digital product design to ensure intuitive and engaging user experiences.
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Create rich gaming experiences to amaze and inspire others with a professional qualification in video game design. Education pathways for domestic and international students.
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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 come up with the characters and storylines used in the game and design the challenges or objectives of the game. You might create the game yourself or communicate your needs to other IT professionals.
Game Designers need to be up to date with current trends in the gaming industry. You might specialise in a particular type of game or you may create games as requested by a range of clients. Game Designers need to be creative and able to come up with unique ideas. It’s important that you can collaborate with colleagues and use a range of gaming development software.
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