Bachelor of Games Development
Bachelor of Games Development
This course offers a sound education in all aspects of information technology and develops the diverse skills necessary for a career in computer games development. Graduates gain an enhanced work-ready expertise in games development, iterative design processes, team project planning and management, and games-specific technology. In doing so, graduates are…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course offers a sound education in all aspects of information technology and develops the diverse skills necessary for a career in computer games development.
Graduates gain an enhanced work-ready expertise in games development, iterative design processes, team project planning and management, and games-specific technology. In doing so, graduates are equipped with a wide range of skills that can be applied to a range of IT careers, such as practical problem-solving skills, the application of theory and cutting-edge research to a real-world context, programming across a variety of languages, professional verbal and written communication, entrepreneurship, life-long learning, and an awareness of the principles of ethics in the IT sector.
Course aims
This course aims to produce graduates who are able to:
- Apply core technical skills to problem analysis and decision-making in computer games development
- Collaborate and be creative within a professional environment through the application of technical, problem-solving and teamwork skills
- Communicate effectively in a variety of forms across diverse business and technical environments
- Apply ethical, legal and political considerations to technological issues as socially responsible professionals
- Demonstrate a capacity to take a leadership role in technical and business situations, and
- Be proactive and reflective learners in relation to knowledge, skills, experience and career direction.
Careers
Career options include computer game developer, data analyst, game/interaction designer, generalist programmer, graphics engine specialist, IT project manager, network specialist, software engineer, web developer.
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Sydney, located in Sydney, Australia, is a world-renowned institution that is ranked in the top 20 universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2024). Students come from all over the globe to study at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Students have the choice of selecting from Australia’s widest range of programmes and disciplines. Offering over 400 study areas to select from, the university has two subjects that are ranked in the top ten in the world, with an additional 30 disciplines ranked amongst the top 50 in the world (QS 2023 Subject Rankings). Career opportunities for students are enhanced through internships and work experience, as well as the option of studying abroad for part of their degree through one of the university’s overseas programmes.Â
