Bachelor of Digital Design (Game Design)

Year 1 Semester 1

• Year 1 Semester 1

• UNIT CODE
• 11613
  Visual Ideation and Communication - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11613

  Unit description :

  Students will develop skills and techniques in creating visuals for ideation and communication across diverse creative and design industries. Students will sketch, draw and create digital media, using a variety of tools. The ability to understand, interpret, produce and communicate a response to a design brief is integral to this unit. Students will be able to articulate concepts through drawing, digital media and photography to convey meaning and context.
• UNIT NAME
• Visual Ideation and Communication - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11591
  Professional Orientation (Creative Industries and digital Design) - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11591

  Unit description :

  This unit introduces students to the diverse opportunities in the world of creative and digital design industries. Aspects that will be considered include: contemporary demands of the industry including social responsibility, ethical and sustainability issues. Through engagement with industry and community, students will gain an understanding of global discipline knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform as responsible, capable creative industry and digital design professionals. Students will start their career awareness and planning through approaches such as five year plans and ePortfolios.
• UNIT NAME
• Professional Orientation (Creative Industries and digital Design) - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

Year 1 Semester 2

• Year 1 Semester 2

• UNIT CODE
• 11612
  Introduction to Innovative Design Solutions - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11612

  Unit description :

  This unit introduces students to the design process and evolution of design solutions. Students will be exposed to the fundamentals of design research and identifying user-centred design solutions. This unit will also introduce students to the human-centred design principles. The use of real-world problems will provide students with the application skills required to create a solution to a design problem.
• UNIT NAME
• Introduction to Innovative Design Solutions - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11684
  3D Graphics - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11684

  Unit description :

  This unit aims to provide learners with the key concepts and foundation techniques required in the creation of 3D computer graphics. Participants will gain insight into the technology and production methods used in the design and creation of 3D creative works.
• UNIT NAME
• 3D Graphics - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11689
  Introduction to Game Design - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11689

  Unit description :

  This unit provides an introduction to the world of game design by introducing key concepts of game design such as gameplay mechanics. Through a process of examining historical and contemporary game design and influential gaming literature, students will gain insight into the role of the game designer.
• UNIT NAME
• Introduction to Game Design - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

Year 2 Semester 1

• Year 2 Semester 1

• UNIT CODE
• 11611
  Interactive Media, Design and Prototypes - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11611

  Unit description :

  The unit will provide students with an applied introduction to interaction and user-centred design. Students will develop web-based prototypes, demonstrating understanding of theoretical and practical concepts. The unit will explore the use of interactive technologies in the creation of web-based prototypes. Basic coding will provide students with the skills to demonstrate techniques that are transferable across diverse mediums. This unit will also introduce students to the human-centred design principles.
• UNIT NAME
• Interactive Media, Design and Prototypes - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11686
  3D Character Animation - Level 2

  UNIT CODE :

  11686

  Unit description :

  This unit aims to explore the process for creating 3D characters as well as the traditional and contemporary methods utilised in the creation of appealing animated performances.
• UNIT NAME
• 3D Character Animation - Level 2
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11685
  Drawing for Games - Level 2

  UNIT CODE :

  11685

  Unit description :

  This unit will provide knowledge of the history and techniques associated with drawing for games, including core concepts that enhance critical and creative thinking techniques for the purpose of concept development, prototyping, storyboarding as it relates to the video game industry. This will provide an important foundation required for effective visual communication and idea generation. The aim of this unit is to provide learners with the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to utilise contemporary drawing techniques as a method to effectively develop and communicate visual style for the purpose of game production.
• UNIT NAME
• Drawing for Games - Level 2
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

Year 2 Semester 2

• Year 2 Semester 2

• UNIT CODE
• 11687
  Virtual Environments - Level 2

  UNIT CODE :

  11687

  Unit description :

  In this unit, learners will review and analyse a diverse range of computer generated 3D virtual environments for applications such as 3D games, films, simulations, medical imaging and architectural visualisation. In addition to learning and evaluating the techniques used in creating these environments, students will also be exposed to new ways of experiencing and interacting with these virtual spaces including virtual reality headsets, motion controllers and haptic feedback devices. Students will apply their gained knowledge in the design and construction of a fully realised 3D environment in response to a project brief. The unit aims to provide learners with theoretical and practical knowledge relating to the techniques and methods utilised in the design and creation of immersive virtual environments.
• UNIT NAME
• Virtual Environments - Level 2
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11610
  Evolution of Design - Level 1

  UNIT CODE :

  11610

  Unit description :

  The unit will explore historical and contemporary roles of design in society. Analysis and discussion of design products (including graphics, objects, environments and digital outcomes) can aid in the understanding of trends that have evolved over time. This unit, through the critical analysis of the history of design, will provide an understanding of human-centred design as creative approach to problem solving.
• UNIT NAME
• Evolution of Design - Level 1
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11017
  Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning - Level 2

  UNIT CODE :

  11017

  Unit description :

  In this unit students will work with academics, peers and industry partners to apply their learning in real-world contexts, develop employability skills and strengthen the disciplinary skills and knowledge needed to contribute to and excel in their professions. Authentic learning experiences will include simulated workplace experiences, industry collaborations, competitions, internships, exhibitions or studio work.
• UNIT NAME
• Professional Practice 1: Work Integrated Learning - Level 2
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

Year 3 Semester 1

• Year 3 Semester 1

• UNIT CODE
• 11650
  Advanced Real-Time Production - Level 3

  UNIT CODE :

  11650

  Unit description :

  This unit will provide students with the theoretical and practical skills associated with the creation of advanced real-time 3D production methods and technology. Participants will gain knowledge in advanced uses for real-time engines while developing key production skills required such as, the construction of 3D assets, lighting, animation, texturing and environmental effects for use in advanced real-time productions.
• UNIT NAME
• Advanced Real-Time Production - Level 3
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11018
  Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning - Level 3

  UNIT CODE :

  11018

  Unit description :

  In this unit students will further develop their abilities as agile professionals with the transferable employability skills and critical and creative abilities to work across industries and sectors and craft diverse employment paths. They will integrate disciplinary knowledge with the professional skills required in their industry through authentic simulated or real workplace experiences, international exchanges or industry collaborations or projects.
• UNIT NAME
• Professional Practice 2: Work Integrated Learning - Level 3
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

Year 3 Semester 2

• Year 3 Semester 2

• UNIT CODE
• 11592
  Professional Evidence (Creative Industries and Digital Design) - Level 3

  UNIT CODE :

  11592

  Unit description :

  This unit prepares students for professional work in the cultural sector and finalises and reviews your ePortfolio. Through practical activities, such as preparing a grant application, developing a team-based project proposal, and researching a cultural organisation, students learn to relate their discipline specific knowledge to a range of professional contexts. The unit will emphasise the significance of multiculturalism, cultural consumption and globalisation as key influences shaping cultural work in the twenty first century.
• UNIT NAME
• Professional Evidence (Creative Industries and Digital Design) - Level 3
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• 11688
  Experimental Game Design - Level 3

  UNIT CODE :

  11688

  Unit description :

  This unit will examine contemporary game systems and how they relate to play objectives and player perception. Participants will develop an understanding of a range of game design strategies within a variety of game genres. Theoretical and practical knowledge learnt will then be applied to the creation of gaming prototypes that explore advanced concepts of game design and gameplay. This unit aims to enable participants to understand the theoretical and practical knowledge required to engage creatively in the production and art of game design.
• UNIT NAME
• Experimental Game Design - Level 3
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)

• UNIT CODE
• OEU
  Open Elective Unit

  UNIT CODE :

  OEU

  Unit description :
• UNIT NAME
• Open Elective Unit
  (Credit points: 3)