Bachelor of Game Design and Production

Griffith University

CRICOS Institution Code 00233E

Duration

156 weeks

Delivery

On-campus

Study Load

On-campus (face-to-face)

Intakes

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Course Overview

About This Course

The games industry is growing and evolving at an extraordinary rate. This degree is designed to equip you with the complex skills you'll need for a successful career conceptualising and creating the next wave of games and virtual worlds.

Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Game Design and Production

Work individually and in teams on projects that meet commercial standards, collaborating with multidisciplinary creatives with a wide range of production skills and expertise.
Access an exciting calendar of exhibitions, guest lectures and masterclasses.
Learn from some of the country's leading designers, who are already pushing the boundaries of game design and creative arts.
Connect with designers, filmmakers, animators, illustrators and musicians across Griffith's various creative schools.
Engage with practitioners and gain hands-on experience working on game design projects for real clients through our commercial multimedia production arm, LiveLab.

Build your network and skills

Develop vital contacts and networks through our local and global industry links with leading organisations like Epic Games, Toon Boom, Liquid Animation, Animal Logic, NEP, Asia Pacific Screen Academy, Ludo (Bluey) and Cutting Edge.

Become part of the industry

Griffith University is an official Unreal Academic Partner, giving you access to the powerful Unreal Engine used for high-fidelity games and virtual production. We are also a member of the Interactive Games and Entertainment Association (IGEA), connecting you with the games industry across Australia and New Zealand.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane

Level 8, 333 Ann Street, Brisbane, QLD 4000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

Provider's Published Fee

AUD $10,800 per year

Duration

156 weeks

Intakes

Trimester 1 | Trimester 2

Study Mode

On-campus (face-to-face)

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

Prerequisites: NIL (no specific prerequisite subjects)
Assumed knowledge: Any General or Applied English subject (Units 3 and 4, C)
Assumed knowledge: Any two units of English (Band 3)
Recent adjusted ATAR/Rank (indicative, varies by campus and year): 63
English language: IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 or equivalent, for applicants whose prior study was not in English

International students:

A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on International English Language Testing System (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
OR an overall score of 79 in the internet-based (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language with no sub-score less than 19 (applies to tests taken prior to 21 January 2026)
OR an overall score of 4 in the internet-based (iBT) Test of English as a Foreign Language with a minimum score of 4 in each of the listening, reading, and writing skills, and a minimum score of 3.5 in speaking skills (applies to tests taken on or after 21 January 2026)
OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the International Second Language Proficiency Rating (conducted by International Second Language Proficiency Rating Language Services only)
OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on Cambridge C1 Advanced or Cambridge C2 Proficiency
OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50 (applies to tests taken prior to 7 August 2025)
OR an overall score of 55 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 47 (applies to tests taken on or after 7 August 2025)
OR an overall score of 70 in the LanguageCert Academic
OR an overall score of 59 in the Michigan English Test (MET)
CRICOS-registered course - international students must hold a valid student visa

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

You'll be well connected to Brisbane's thriving game development community and equipped to join the ranks of graduates working locally and internationally as game designers, game programmers, 3D artists and concept artists.
Our graduates have found additional success in areas such as mining and medical simulation, and training and educational software development.
They also have a strong tradition of forming their own independent game development studios.
You will be prepared to work as a:
prop, environment, character or technical artist
gameplay, level, system or combat designer
gameplay programmer
3D modeller
2D or 3D animator
motion capture animator.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bachelor of Game Design and Production take to complete?

The Bachelor of Game Design and Production at Griffith University has a duration of 156 weeks.

How much does the Bachelor of Game Design and Production cost for international students?

The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$118,273, which comprises a tuition fee of AU$115,500 and a non-tuition fee of AU$2,773.

Where is the Bachelor of Game Design and Production offered?

The course is offered at Griffith University's Brisbane City campus in Queensland, a location owned and operated by the provider.

Is the Bachelor of Game Design and Production eligible for Post-Study Work Rights?

Courses may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if they are registered, are a Skills Level 1 qualification (such as a Bachelor degree), have a duration of 92 weeks or greater, and their narrow Field of Education aligns with the Skills Level 1 priority list. This course is a Bachelor degree of 156 weeks in Graphic Arts and Design Studies; eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.

What field of education does the Bachelor of Game Design and Production fall under?

The Bachelor of Game Design and Production falls under the broad field of Creative Arts (Field 10), with a narrow field of Graphic and Design Studies (1005) and a detailed field of Graphic Arts and Design Studies (100501).

Application

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Course Snapshot

Typical Salary (AUD)

Entry-level (0-2 years)$50,000 – $70,000/yr

Early Career (2-5 years)$70,000 – $90,000/yr

Mid-Level (5-10 years)$90,000 – $120,000/yr

Career Paths

2D Animator
3D Animator
Character Designer
VFX Artist (Visual Effects Artist)
Motion Graphics Designer

Key Skills

2D and 3D character animation and rigging
3D modelling, texturing, and rendering
Motion graphics and visual effects (VFX)
Game engine proficiency (Unity, Unreal Engine)
Digital illustration and concept art

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