Diploma of Game Design
The Diploma of Game Design is a practical, fast-paced introduction to designing games across digital and non-digital formats. You’ll build foundational skills by focusing on making games from day one including; learning gameplay systems, interactive narrative, prototyping and player experience design.
Course Duration: 8 months full-time
Study Modes: On Campus or Online
Campus Location: Melbourne (Fitzroy)
Intakes: February | June | September
Bachelor of Game Design
The Bachelor of Game Design is an advanced, career-focused degree for those aiming to work professionally in the games industry. You’ll design and develop games across multiple formats including digital, tabletop and interactive narrative. You’ll complete major projects, industry placement and a final-year capstone that showcases your skills to studios, publishers and employers.
Course Duration: 2 Years full-time
Study Modes: On Campus
Campus Location: Melbourne (Fitzroy)
Intakes: February | June | September
Melbourne - Fitzroy
Study Game Design at Collarts’ George St campus in Fitzroy, located in the heart of Melbourne’s creative community. This campus offers collaborative studio spaces designed for hands-on game development, playtesting and project-based learning, with access to industry-standard tools and cross-discipline collaboration. Fitzroy provides an immersive, and creative environment where you can refine your portfolio and skills.
Choosing the Right Qualification For You
Choosing the right Game Design course depends on your experience level, career goals and how quickly you want to enter the games industry. Whether you’re building foundational game design skills or working toward advanced creative and professional pathways, Collarts offers Game Design qualifications designed to support different stages of your game design career.
Diploma
The Diploma of Game Design is an ideal entry point for beginners, career changers or creatives looking for a fast, practical pathway into the games industry. Completed full-time in 8 months, the course focuses on core game design foundations including gameplay systems, interactive narrative, prototyping, player experience and playtesting. Students begin making games from day one, building hands-on skills, creative confidence and a strong foundation for entry-level roles or progression into the bachelor degree.
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Bachelor
The Bachelor of Game Design is designed for students seeking a comprehensive, industry-focused degree with strong career outcomes. Completed full-time over 2 years in an accelerated pathway or 3 years standard, the course explores game design across digital and tabletop formats, from concept development and prototyping through to publication. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, major projects, industry placement and a final-year capstone, graduates leave with a professional portfolio and real-world experience that prepares them for careers in the global games industry.
LEARN MOREEntry Requirements and Eligibility
Collarts’ Game Design courses do not require an ATAR, making them accessible to students from a wide range of educational and creative backgrounds.
Admission is based on your interest in games, interactive storytelling and player experience, along with your motivation to develop industry-ready skills. Previous game design experience is not required for entry-level study.
Application pathways include:
Direct applications for domestic and international students
Year 12 applicants applying through VTAC or UAC
After submitting an application for a Diploma or Bachelor of Game Design, a Collarts Future Student Advisor will contact you to discuss your creative interests, study goals and next steps.
Successful applicants will receive a formal offer to commence their chosen Game Design qualification at Collarts.
Speak with a Future Student Advisor for any questions at 1300 818 777 or admissions@collarts.edu.au
Why Study Game Design at Collarts?
Studying Game Design at Collarts means learning by doing. From your first trimester, you will design, prototype and playtest games across digital and tabletop formats. Supported by educators who are active industry practitioners, our courses are built around hands-on projects, collaboration and real-world workflows. You’ll develop creative problem-solving skills, technical understanding, and industry-relevant design thinking.
Collarts’ Game Design courses are industry-focused, inclusive and future-facing, with a strong emphasis on player experience, ethical design and contemporary game cultures. You will benefit from small class sizes, personalised feedback and opportunities to connect with the wider games community through showcases, events and industry engagement, with formal industry placement included at bachelor level. Whether you are starting out or building toward a professional career, Collarts equips you with the skills, confidence and networks to succeed in the global games industry.
Make Games From Day One
Design, prototype and playtest games from your first trimester through hands-on, project-based learning.
Multi-Format Game Design
Develop game design skills across digital, tabletop and interactive narrative formats to build adaptable industry expertise.
Portfolio-Focused Learning
Graduate with an industry-ready game design portfolio built through real projects, capstones and collaborative work.