Bachelor of Games and Interactivity / Bachelor of Animation (Double Degree)

What You Will Study

This double degree is designed for those who want to master both the technical art of animation and the strategic design of gaming. Students dive into 2D and 3D production techniques, character design, and environment modelling. The curriculum balances creative storytelling with technical execution, covering everything from action analysis and locomotion to the physics of dynamic systems like explosions and fluid dynamics. 

Student Experience and Environment

As a student, you will be part of a vibrant studio culture where hands-on creation is the standard. Most of your time is spent in specialized games labs and animation studios rather than traditional lecture halls. The academic pace is fast, mirroring industry production cycles. You will collaborate in multidisciplinary teams to design, prototype, and playtest digital and analogue games. This collaborative environment encourages you to give and receive critiques, helping you refine your artistic voice and technical precision. 

Practical Skills and Learning Style

The program emphasizes "learning by doing." You will use industry-standard software to build original game prototypes and high-quality animated sequences. Throughout your studies, you will work on real-world industry-linked projects, which may include creating interactive narratives or managing the production pipeline for an animated short film. This practical focus ensures you understand the role of games in society as both a cultural industry and a technical phenomenon. 

Career Pathways and Professional Future

Graduates are uniquely prepared for a variety of roles in the global entertainment and tech industries. By combining two disciplines, you gain a competitive edge in roles such as 3D animator, game developer, rapid prototyper, or media producer. The course is recognized by several professional bodies, including the Game Developers’ Association of Australia (GDAA), giving you a direct connection to the industry from the moment you graduate.