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Diploma of Digital and Interactive Games

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Overview

Please note that there are no further intakes for the Diploma in 2013. Domestic students who would like to start mid-year, can apply for the Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games and pathway into the Diploma for Term 2, 2014.
The Diploma in Digital and Interactive Games is suitable for those who require training in creating interactive web-based flash games, databases for online games, sound for games, game development with the Unity game engine, 2D characters, backgrounds, and animations, and 3D characters, models, and animations.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus.)
Duration1 year full-time (Term 2) (after completing Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games) or equivalent part-time
Campus and intakes  Calendar
Hawthorn -Term 2
Study modeFull-time
Part-time (day)
Course codeCCICA50211
National codeICA50211
Fees
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Career opportunities

This course provides prerequisite skills for students wanting to continue their studies in information technology. The career opportunities that may follow from this training are in the fields of multimedia, web development, web game design, video production and post-production, animation, 3D modelling and animation, and games development.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Please note that there are no further intakes for the Diploma in 2013. Domestic students who would like to start mid-year, can apply for the Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games and pathway into the Diploma for Term 2, 2014.
The Diploma in Digital and Interactive Games is suitable for those who require training in creating interactive web-based flash games, databases for online games, sound for games, game development with the Unity game engine, 2D characters, backgrounds, and animations, and 3D characters, models, and animations.
(Students holding an international student visa are required to study full-time and on campus.)

Course structure

There are 16 units in this course, five core units and 11 elective units.

Units of study

Core units
ICAGAM501A  Create design concepts for digital games and 3D media
ICAGAM523A  Collaborate in the design of interactive 3D environments
BSBOHS402B  Contribute to the implementation of the OHS consultation process
ICAGAM503A  Create a complex 3D interactive game
ICAICT419A  Communicate and work effectively in the digital media industry
Elective units
ICAGAM516A  Animate a 3D digital character
ICAGAM519A  Manage technical art and rigging in 3D animation
ICAGAM520A  Create and combine 3D components
ICAGAM514A  Design and create models for the 3D effects environment
ICAGAM517A  Produce an animation sequence
ICAPRG527A  Apply intermediate programming skills in another language
ICAWEB501A  Build a dynamic website
ICAGAM528A  Create games for mobile devices
ICAGAM504A  Manage interactive media production
ICAGAM419A  Build a database to support a game
ICAGAM511A  Manage the testing of interactive games
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: aims and objectives, career opportunities and graduate attributes.

Aims and objectives

This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for individuals to pursue careers as animators and game developers for online and mobile platforms.

Career opportunities

This course provides prerequisite skills for students wanting to continue their studies in information technology. The career opportunities that may follow from this training are in the fields of multimedia, web development, web game design, video production and post-production, animation, 3D modelling and animation, and games development.

Graduate attributes

Programming skills for graphic and interactive digital media applications.
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On this page: entry requirements, pathways, credit transfer and recognition of prior learning

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
 
However, preferred pathways for candidates considering this qualification include:
  • After achieving ICA40911 Certificate IV in Digital and Interactive Games, or other relevant qualifications or units equivalent to the core of ICA40911, OR
  • With demonstrated vocational experience in a range of work environments, such as digital media, games development, animation, graphics design or similar roles

Pathways

Courses at Swinburne can provide an alternative entry option, or pathway, into further TAFE, undergraduate and postgraduate courses if you don’t meet the entry requirements. For example, successful completion of a Swinburne diploma or advanced diploma provides credits that can advance you to later stages of an undergraduate degree. Certificate level studies can also pathway through to higher level TAFE studies. Whatever your situation, pathways ensure you gain the maximum benefit for previous study – whether at Swinburne or another institution. For more information, please visit the Pathways website.

Credit transfer

Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of a course may be granted 'credit' and/or entry to the course with 'advanced standing'. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to the Credit Transfer website.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. To learn more about RPL and how to apply, please visit the RPL website.

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Apply

On this page: how to apply, course fees, scholarships and find out more.

How to apply

Apply direct to Swinburne by following the step-by-step process on the How to Apply website.

Course fees

For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Scholarships

For information about scholarships at Swinburne visit the Scholarships website.

Find out more

Submit an Online Enquiry 
Tel: 1300 275 794
Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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