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Diploma of Game Design and Development

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Billy Blue
Location
Online, Sydney
Study Mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
Outcomes
Computer Game Developer, Conceptual Artist, Game Designer, Game Developer, Game Programmer, Mobile Game Designer, Mobile Game Programmer
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QualificationDiploma
Awarded ByBilly Blue College of Design
Duration
1 year full time, up to 2 years part time, 6 months accelerated
Start Date
Enquire now for upcoming start dates
Payment Option
FEE-HELP, Payment plan, Upfront payment

How Much Will It Cost?

FEE-HELP

This course can be paid for through the FEE-HELP government loan scheme. If you are an Australian citizen or hold a permanent humanitarian visa, you may not need to pay upfront.

Instead, the Australian government will pay your course fees directly to the provider on your behalf. You’ll begin repaying your loan through the tax system once you start earning more than the minimum threshold of $54,435 (2024-25 financial year).

Find out more about government study loans here.

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

Start your career in the gaming industry with a Diploma of Game Design and Development, delivered by Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia.

This course introduces the full spectrum of game art and design, from visual design fundamentals to game design conception and introductory game development processes. You will be exposed to the technical tools and 3D construction techniques that are integral to the field. This diploma develops the necessary technical skills and exposure to game development processes to begin working in game development, or provide a clear pathway for further study. Through this industry-recognised university-level course, you will gain a practical grounding in the real-world game development industry.

Gain professional experience

Gain work experience as you complete an industry brief, putting your learnings into practice with guidance and mentoring from practicing professionals.

Explore Unity

Create games for mobile, console, PC or VR using Unity, the most advanced industry-standard software.

Explore Unreal

Learn advanced 3D skills to succeed in game development, architecture, film, TV, and more with Unreal Engine.

PlayStation® First Academic Development Partner

Collaborate with Game Programming students as part of our Sony Computer Entertainment Europe partnership.

Eligibility

To be eligible for this course, students need to have:

  • Completed Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent, OR
  • Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above, OR
  • Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification, OR
  • Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.

FAQS

You’ll benefit from the dedicated support of Course Advisors and Success Coaches, who can help you navigate all those career dreams and study goals.

With all your course materials online, and the option to study full or part time, on-campus, online or a blend of both it's all about flexibility.