UC's Bachelor of Design (Game Development) is offered over 3 years, full-time.

The course page below provides more details, including your typical study pattern for on campus or blended delivery.

Digital gaming is one of the world's largest entertainment sectors; there’s no better time than now to secure your future in it. UC’s Bachelor of Design (Game Development) will not only develop your skills in game design, art, and programming, it can unlock career opportunities in:

• Game Animator
• Game Artist
• Game Designer
• Game Developer
• Game Programmer
• Game Tester
• Game Journalist
• Mobile Game Developer
• Application Programmer
• Interactive Media Developer
• Multimedia Developer
• Software Programmer
• Web Developer
• Web Designer
• Digital Artist

To be eligible for this course, you must have either:

• Year 12 ATAR
• Other Australian Qualification
• Work experience
• Overseas qualification
• A creative portfolio

At UC, we know that ATAR results don’t define you. Our Portfolio Entry option allows you to apply for a Bachelor of Design without an ATAR score. 

Game development is the process of creating video games, from concept to final release, involving game design, art and programming. It includes crafting the game's story, rules, and characters, coding the gameplay, designing visual elements, and adding sound effects. Game development can see you being apart of a small-team working on Indie projects to large-scale productions (AAA) engaging with the latest in tech from Virtual Reality (VR) to Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Of course! With UC’s Bachelor of Design (Game Development), you’ll become the ultimate triple with a breadth of majors in game design, art, and programming, allowing you to specialise in your area of interest. Plus, you can customise your course with electives to explore topics in storytelling, 3D modelling, science, technology and more.

In Australia, the most common studios that develop games are AAA and Indie.

AAA Games are the blockbusters of games, often produced by large studios with significant budgets, offering high-quality graphics and broad distribution. AAA Game studios are typically global companies.

Indie Games are independent games typically created by smaller, local teams or individual developers. They focus on innovative gameplay and artistic expression for niche audiences.

Other game studios include:

• AA studios
• Boutique studios
• Mobile game studios
• Satellite studios and outsourcing studios

Interested in a breath major? Take a look at what's on offer:

• Media/Game art
• Programing and Production

The Â鶹´å of Canberra offers Bachelor of Design (Game Development) students plenty of learning resources to ensure you are connected in thrive. These include library access, academic support services, IT support, financial support, employment and professional assistance with Careers UC. Throughout your degree, you’ll also have access to industry-standard game development programs such as Unity and Unreal Engine.

Yes! You’ll make a new game every semester, giving you lots of work for your portfolio. You’ll have access industry-standard game development programs like Unity and Unreal Engine. 

You'll build confidence as a game developer, mastering every stage of the gaming process including specialised areas. Plus, you'll build a portfolio of work to impress future employers. Once they’re ready, you can even upload your games to Steam and other platforms! By exploring various art styles and game genres throughout your degree, you can prove your versatility and demonstrate your skills in concept art, 3D modelling and sculpting, 3D texturing, animation, storytelling and character development.

Curious about a Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design) and a Bachelor of Design (Game Development) but not sure which one to choose? No worries! We are here to help you find your fit.

While both programs focus on creating unique digital experiences that flex your creativity, they offer different career paths and opportunities.

• Bachelor of Design (Game Development):
  This program focuses on designing and developing interactive games. It opens up career opportunities in various game-related roles.
  Possible careers: Game Designer, Game Developer, 3D Animator/Artist


• Bachelor of Design (Interaction Design):
   IxD combines the worlds of User Experience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design to understand how users interact with digital products such as websites, apps, and more. It’s the art of creating user-friendly digital interactions that are intuitive, accessible, and enjoyable.
  Possible careers: UX/UI Designer, App Developer, Interaction Designer

At UC, we’re here to help you succeed! Once your ready to apply to UC, our process depends on your student type and course. You can find all the requirements, criteria, and processes through the UC application portal.

If you have further questions or would like assistance with your application, we encourage you to book a consult to receive personalised guidance and support.