Undergraduate Certificate in Game Design
UniSC - University of the Sunshine Coast - Moreton Bay

Course outline

Take the controls and spawn a career in the fast-growing game industry with this specialised undergraduate certificate, which introduces you to the design, programming and production of games.

In this program you will learn the fundamentals of gameplay design and game production using the latest game engine technology and digital design software. You’ll build and apply skills in game design and development to address a range of real-world problems, including emerging opportunities in entertainment, education, healthcare, marketing and more. You’ll become equipped to pursue an entry-level role in a professional game studio or progress towards further study in the Bachelor of Design with a major in Game Design. For more information, visit Undergraduate Certificate in Game Design at UniSC – University of the Sunshine Coast.

Note

The Undergraduate Certificate in Game Design provides a pathway into the Bachelor of Design.

Other requirements

The Inherent Academic Requirements of a program are those fundamental skills, capabilities and knowledge that students must be able to demonstrate in order to achieve the essential learning outcomes of the program, while maintaining the academic integrity of that program. For information, visit Inherent Academic Requirements on the UniSC – University of the Sunshine Coast website.

Admissions Criteria

For additional information about the admissions criteria for UniSC – University of the Sunshine Coast and for this course, refer to UniSC – University of the Sunshine Coast’s website.

Prerequisites

Completion of Year 12 or attained age 17 years

Recommended study
English
Minimum Selection thresholds (ATAR/Selection Rank) for semester/trimester/term 1, 2024
ATAR/Selection Rank profile for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR/Selection Rank for semester/trimester/term 1, 2024

For more information about the ATAR/Selection Rank profile, please visit ATAR/Selection Rank profile explained.

Excluding: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made, excluding adjustment factors.
Including: The lowest ATAR/Selection Rank to which an offer was made including any adjustment factors that may have been applied.

Student Profile by Applicant background for semester/trimester/term 1, 2024

For more information about the Student profile, please visit Student profile explained.

Notes

Contact the institution for information.

Career opportunities

Career opportunities in educational games, entertainment, entry-level software roles, graphic design and marketing

Course Code
014703
Start Date

Offer rounds

9 Jan 2025
5 Jun 2025

Fee
CSP/$4148 (1st year contribution)
Study Area
Creative and Performing Arts
Study Mode
Part time
Course Duration

1 year Part time

Location
Moreton Bay