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Diploma of Game Development
- Sydney, Australia
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Three-year advanced diploma in game design, Art, Programming and production.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 year): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate applied knowledge and practical skills in Game Development. Apply concepts related to six-term programme covering programming essentials in guided assignments and practical contexts. Communicate work appropriately and complete subject-relevant projects or assessments.
Career outcomes
- 2D and 3D animation
- AI programming
- Character and environment modelling
- Game concept art and design
- Graphics programming
- Level design
- Game production
- Gameplay programming
- UI programming and design
Curriculum
- Six-term programme covering programming essentials
- Object-oriented programming
- Game engine fundamentals and programming
- Artificial intelligence for gaming
- Game design
- Digital graphics techniques
- 3D animation
- Mathematics for gaming and two game development projects.
Entry requirements
Academic
- International applicants must be 18 or over on arrival and hold an Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or equivalent
- Computer science
- IT and VFX courses also accept an equivalent of an Australian Certificate IV or above. Applicants without these can use Experience Based Entry (interview
- CV
- Statement
- Portfolio). English: IELTS Academic 5.5 (no band below 5.0)
- Year 12 English
- Or an SAE-approved academic English pathway.
Accepted academic background
Completion of an Australian Year 12 (SSCE) or equivalent qualification (some computer science, IT and VFX courses also accept an equivalent of an Australian VET Certificate IV or above), Aged 18 or over on arrival, English proficiency, Experience Based Entry (interview, CV, Statement, Portfolio) for applicants without formal entry qualifications.
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0)
- TOEFL iBT 51
- PTE Academic 46
- Cambridge 162
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Graduation certificate when applicable
- Passport copy
- English proficiency evidence
- Financial documentation
- Program-specific supporting materials when required.
How to apply
- Check the entry requirements and 2027 start dates (official website no deadline is published. Complete the online international student enrolment form (official website 3. Attach passport
- Academic documents
- English evidence and the Financial Declaration Form. Receive a Letter of Offer. Sign the Student Admissions Agreement
- Pay the tuition deposit and arrange OSHC. Receive the eCoE
- Then apply for the Student visa (subclass 500). Plan your arrival.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,024 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $5,000 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Sydney campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Games |
| Department | Games |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 80 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 0 year |
| Scholarship note | SAE University College may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
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May 2027
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September 2027
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
Tuition is $30,024 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $5,000 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5 (no band below 5.0), TOEFL iBT 51, PTE Academic 46, Cambridge 162, IELTS Academic 5.5.