Bachelor of Games Development (Games Programming)

No, SAE does not have a minimum ATAR requirement for entry. SAE considers your creative potential and commitment to the Creative Industries, not just your academic history. Mathematics is noted as great preparation for games programming.

SAE has three intakes per year: February, May, and September. You can contact your preferred campus or view the academic calendar for specific trimester start dates.

Yes, you can choose to study in a part-time capacity. However, please note that part-time study is not available for international students. An SAE course advisor can provide more information about the study options available for this course.

Yes, SAE Bachelor Degree courses attract FEE-HELP for eligible Australian students. FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme that assists eligible fee-paying students pay all or part of their tuition fees. You must be an Australian citizen (or meet other residency requirements), be enrolled by the census date, and meet other eligibility criteria.

All SAE courses have a focus on practical, hands-on delivery. The amount of practical time varies depending on your course, but you will also have opportunities to access campus resources and facilities outside of class time during campus opening hours. A full-time fast-track study load is 40 hours per week, with approximately 12–15 hours of face-to-face teaching time included.