Major overview
Games are now one of the most influential forms of entertainment and interactive media worldwide. Used across a diverse range of industries, games combine art, design and technology to create immersive experiences that captivate players.
In this major, you’ll explore game design and art in depth, learning how to create assets, design levels and bring game worlds to life. You’ll delve into areas such as 3D modelling, character, environment and prop design, digital sculpting, animation and cinematic storytelling. You’ll also examine the game production pipeline in detail, preparing you to contribute to every stage of development – from concept to finished product.
This major is offered as part of the Bachelor of Digital Creative Industries. You can enhance your studies with interdisciplinary electives and specialisations or combine this major with Animation, Visual Effects and Virtual Production or Immersive User Experience Design.
How to study this major
A major is a set of eight or more units you complete as part of a degree, including at least two in your final year. To study this major, you’ll need to apply for one of the degrees listed below.
Career outcomes
Careers
- Game animation artist
- Game designer
- Game environment artist
- Game visual effects artist
- 3D modeller / 3D artist
- 3D character designer
- Level designer
- Game cinematics artist
- 3D generalist motion designer
Industries
- Advertising and marketing
- Architecture and urban planning
- Automotive
- Digital design
- Education and e-learning
- Film and animation
- Gaming and interactive media
- Government
- Healthcare
- Media and creative arts
- Retail
- Sports and fitness
- Tourism
- UX/UI design
- Virtual and augmented reality
Why study at Curtin?
Professional experience
Gain real-world insights and build your portfolio through industry placements with leading studios.
Industry-ready skills
Master the full game production pipeline using professional software and techniques.
Studio-based learning
Work in high-end labs, VR environments and fully equipped production studios.
Major structure
What you’ll learn
In this course you’ll gain the skills to combine artistry and technology to design games, characters, and immersive virtual worlds.
Throughout the course you’ll have access to cutting-edge facilities including digital labs equipped with high-end computers, virtual reality headsets and the latest game development software packages. These labs provide the production environment you need to refine your skills in 3D modelling, animation, level design and visual effects using industry software such as Maya, ZBrush, Unreal Engine and Unity.
In your final year, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your skills in a practical setting. You could find yourself collaborating with researchers or industry members on real-world challenges or completing internships with local and international studios and production companies, helping you build a professional network and practical portfolio before you graduate.
Detailed course structure and unit information
For detailed information and course structure, visit our Handbook.
How to apply
This major is part of a degree. To apply, choose the degree you want to study and review its entry requirements. Then, prepare any required documents and submit your application before the deadline for your chosen intake.
After you receive and accept your offer, you can enrol in this double degree either at the start of your degree or later in your studies, depending on your course structure.
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