Minecraft. Fortnite. Super Mario Bros. Call of Duty. Grand Theft Auto. Thanks to each of these, the gaming industry today is worth billions of dollars. And thanks to the proliferation of handheld devices, gaming is more accessible than ever before – with people of all ages, genders and backgrounds able to get their game on.
The Bachelor of Game Design and Development will provide you with a thorough grounding in software design and development. The addition of specialist units that critically appraise video games as designs and cultural media products means you’ll be equipped with the skills you’ll need for a successful career designing and creating the next wave of popular video games and virtual worlds.
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This course is available in the following study modes:
Locations
4–6 Eastern Road, Macquarie University 2109
Entry Requirements
You must meet ONE of the following requirements:
Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR score 80.00 or equivalent.
Recommended studies
HSC Information Processes and Technology and/or HSC Software Design and Development, or equivalent.
HSC Mathematics Advanced Band 4 and above or Extension 1 Band E2 and above or Extension 2 Band E2 and above. Students who have not achieved this level of HSC Mathematics should enroll in MATH1000 as an elective unit in their first year.
Course fees
Course fee
$29,400
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Related career opportunities
This course will prepare you for the following roles.
About Macquarie University
Macquarie University is recognised globally for its pre-eminence in key research disciplines, as well as for producing graduates who are among the most sought-after professionals in the world.
Uniquely located in the heart of Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 44,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery.
Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow.
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