Game Art and Design for Intermediate Roles Skill Set
Develop your passion for gaming into quality skills
Gain the essential skills to create stunning game environments and characters in this intensive, hands-on program. Learn industry-standard software (Maya, Unreal Engine) and build a professional portfolio to kickstart your journey in the exciting world of game development.
This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.
* Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the free training.
Overview
Campus Margaret River
When All year round
Study Mode Online
This 30-week program, delivered over three terms, provides a comprehensive introduction to the exciting world of 3D game art. This course will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to create professional-quality game assets, from immersive environments to compelling characters.
What you'll learn:
Term 1: Game Environment Production: Design and create stunning game environments, focusing on level design, asset integration, and optimization techniques. Learn to use Quixel Megascans assets and build interactive elements with Blueprints. Bring your environments to life with a short cinematic sequence.
Term 2: Character Creation: Develop your character art skills, from concept and design to modeling, texturing, UV mapping, and the fundamentals of rigging. Create a portfolio-ready robot and a unique stylized humanoid character.
Term 3: Animation and Cinematics: Learn the principles of animation and bring your characters to life. Create a compelling short film showcasing your animation skills within your Term 2 game environment. Build an interactive playable demo to further demonstrate your mastery of bringing a game world to life.
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All year round, 2025
Details
Units
Core
National ID | Unit title |
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ICTGAM539 | Create and implement designs for 3-D games environments |
ICTGAM542 | Animate 3-D characters for digital games |
ICTGAM543 | Produce digital animation sequences |
ICTGAM545 | Manage technical art and rigging in 3-D animations |
ICTGAM552 | Create complex 3-D characters for games |