Advanced Diploma of Game Design and Development

Entry details Domestic International Fees Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course. FEE-HELP Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income. Learn more about fees and FEE-HELP Scholarships If you are truly passionate about Design and Creative Technology, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of Design and Creative Technology scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the Design and Creative Technology industry: Design Industry Alumni Admission criteria Before you begin your course application, check that you meet the requirements listed below. Australian secondary school certificate, or equivalent OR Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 5), or above OR Successful completion of at least 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6 or above, or equivalent OR Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level which may include approval of prior study or successful completion of a readiness assessment. View full course admission information Students who do not meet the above criteria are required to: Undertake Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) testing from an Australian Government approved provider and demonstrate competency at exit level three (3) in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both reading and numeracy. Learn more about study pathways Fees Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options. Fee payment Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date. Scholarships We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey. International Admission criteria Before you begin your course application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements below. Successful completion of at least 0.25 EFTSL at AQF level 6, 0.5 EFTSL at AQF level 5 or above, or equivalent OR Australian secondary school certificate, or equivalent Senior Secondary qualification, or Baccalaureate Diploma Academic IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent OR alternative entry requirements may be available. Alternative entry may include assessment and approval of prior study, or successful completion of a readiness assessment. Contact the International Admissions team for more information. View full course admission information Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with us. Check information about Recognition of Prior Learning and Course Credit transfer . We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning. Learn more about study pathways

Career opportunities Graduate ready to work on real games, with real teams, in real studios. From design and asset creation to production roles, you'll have the ready to break into the industry. Game Design Development careers Potential career paths 3D Modeler Average salary $76,250 - $100,450 Environment Animator Average salary $69,375 - $122,875 Character Artist Average salary $78,500 - $127,350 Game Designer Average salary $74,950 - $135,000 Most salaries are sourced from au.talent.com/salary and payscale.com and are in AUD. Information is current as of April 2025.