Bachelor of Games and Interactivity

Overview

Look closely at the role of games in contemporary society and how they are developing as a cultural industry. You'll undertake a range of projects which focus on analog and digital games. You'll also develop practical and creative research and communication skills in a games lab environment.

Double degree options

You can also study Games and Interactivity in a double degree with Animation, Applied Innovation, Computer Science.

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Games and Interactivity, graduates will be able to:

• systematically review and critically evaluate research from a variety of sources to inform their knowledge and conceptual understandings of games and interactivity
• formulate arguments that are fit for purpose and demonstrate an understanding of the relevant theories and evidence in the area of games and interactivity
• critically analyse information to generate creative solutions to solve complex problems in the area of games and interactivity
• define and integrate theoretical principles and apply these in the area of games and interactivity
• apply knowledge and skills with responsibility and accountability for their own learning and practice, individually and in collaboration with others
• interpret and communicate ideas, problems and arguments in modes suitable to a range of audiences using a range of media
• coherently articulate a line of reasoning demonstrating cultural sensitivity and apply a framework to analyse and offer solutions to ethical dilemmas in local and international contexts.

Career opportunities

Students may find opportunities in interactive content creation, game design, interface design and rapid prototyping. They may also pursue a non-games career in the broader media, multimedia and communications sectors.

Professional recognition

Graduates of the Games and Interactivity degree will be eligible for student membership of the Games Developers Association of Australia (GDAA). Graduates working in the games industry may apply for membership of the International Games Developers Association (IGDA) as well as the GDAA. Students will also be eligible for membership of the Australasian Interactive Media Industry Association (AIMIA).

Course rules

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Games and Interactivity, students must complete 300 credit points comprising of:

• four [4] core units of study (50 credit points)
  
• eight [8] units of study from the Games and Interactivity major (100 credit points)
• twelve [12] units of study (150 credit points) comprising of a second major or co-major, minor, and/or electives
   

Students may not complete more than 150 credit points (normally 12 units) at Introductory Level.

A unit of study can only be counted once, where units are shared between majors and/or minors, students must choose an approved alternate.

Students also have an opportunity to undertake a WIL Professional Placement.

Professional placements

Professional Placements are subject to a competitive selection process. International students may be eligible for a Professional Placement where a relevant Professional degree exists. International students who successfully gain a placement through the selection process will be required to change courses to the relevant Professional degree, in order to complete a placement and should consider any visa and extended study duration implications prior to applying.

Students who undertake a 12-month professional placement are subject to the following course rules and must complete 375 credit points comprising:

• four [4] core units of study (50 credit points)
• eight [8] units of study from the Games and Interactivity major (100 credit points)
• four [4] units of study from the Professional Placement Co-Major (100 credit points)
• ten [10] units of study (125 credit points) comprising of a second major or co-major, minor, and/or electives.
   

Students who elect to undertake a 6-month professional placement are subject to the following course rules and must complete 337.5 credit points comprising:

• four [4] core units of study (50 credit points)
• eight [8] units of study from the Games and Interactivity major (100 credit points)
• two [2] units of study from the Professional Placement Minor (50 credit points)
• eleven [11] units of study (137.5 credit points) comprising of a second major or co-major, minor, and/or electives.

Maximum Academic Credit

The maximum level of credit that can be granted for the Bachelor of Games and Interactivity is 150 credit points (normally 12 units).

B. Applicants with higher education study

Educational history 

An applicant's entire academic history, including results from previous higher education study will be considered for entry into this course. If previous higher education qualifications are incomplete, results must have been obtained in the last seven years. 

Meeting course prerequisites 

As for Year 12 or equivalent. 

STAT/Bridging courses 

Results from the STAT Multiple Choice will be considered for applicants without an ATAR and whose post-secondary studies do not meet the minimum requirements. Applicants who do not meet the English prerequisites can sit STAT Written English. STAT results are valid for two years.

C. Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Educational history 

An applicant's entire academic history from the past seven years, including complete and/or incomplete post-secondary VET studies, will be considered for entry into this course. Only graded results will be considered. 

Meeting course prerequisites 

As for Year 12 or equivalent. 

STAT/Bridging courses 

Results from the STAT Multiple Choice will be considered for applicants without an ATAR and whose post-secondary studies do not meet the minimum requirements. Applicants who do not meet the English prerequisites can sit STAT Written English. STAT results are valid for two years.

D. Applicants with work and life experience

Entire academic record 

This course uses an applicant's entire academic record as part of its selection considerations, including an applicant's ATAR results from the last seven years can be considered for entry into this course. 

Meeting course prerequisites 

As for Year 12 or equivalent. 

STAT/Bridging courses 

Results from the STAT Multiple Choice will be considered for applicants without an ATAR and whose post-secondary studies do not meet the minimum requirements. Applicants who do not meet the English prerequisites can sit STAT Written English. STAT results are valid for two years.