Games technology
Why study Games technology?
This course offers a comprehensive blend of game theory, design and development. Focus on using and creating the technologies behind the video game industry. Develop programming skills, a sound theoretical basis in game design, and specialist knowledge and skills in graphics, artificial intelligence, software development, multimedia programming and operating systems. Become highly skilled in existing video game technologies and develop advanced knowledge and abilities in new game technologies.
La Trobe was nominated for a Best of 2011 Award, by The Market for Computer and Video Games, for ‘Tertiary Educational Institution of the Year – the most prolific, highest quality place to learn about making games’.
Industry enterprise practices
The Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering offers the opportunity to gain industry-standard qualifications with CISCO and Microsoft as part of your degree.
Games Technology
Career opportunities
Graduates are prepared for work within the game development industry in programming, design, technical game testing and debugging, technical art, effects programming, CGI development, artificial Intelligence, interface development, task automation, rendering, audio engineering, game networking and dedicated cluster computing. The knowledge and skills gained in computer science, mathematics and physics creates opportunities in software engineering, development programming, cluster computing, high performance computing, database engineering, research computing and computer networking.
Courses
Local students
| Offer year | Course title | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts |
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| 2013 | Bachelor of Computer Science in Games Technology |
Melbourne
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3 years full-time or up to 6 years part-time | Semester 1 (March) |
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Fees and scholarships
Undergraduate courses are Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) for eligible Australian and New Zealand citizens. The domestic fee calculator can be used to calculate the cost of subjects this year.
There is also a wide range of scholarships available for local students.
International students
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| Offer year | Course title (CRICOS) | Campus(es) | Duration | Semester starts | Annual Tuition Fee (AUD) |
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| 2013 | Bachelor of Computer Science in Games Technology (051469G) |
Melbourne
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3 years | Semester 1 (March) | $25 060 |
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How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
Games technology placements
Through our Games Technology Project, students gain industry experience by planning and developing a real game development project.
We also have an industry cadetship program that allows you to gain paid workplace experience between semesters, giving you the chance to build on your skills and build your career. See cadetship program.
Overseas study opportunities
Gain valuable overseas experience by studying with one of our global exchange partners. La Trobe has partnerships with over 100 universities in more than 30 countries in Asia, Europe, and North and South America. See education abroad.
Find out about the experiences of our students.
Mr Steven Begley,
Bachelor of Computer Science in Games Technology with Honours"This course has given me skills to advance my career and confidence to tackle challenges I thought were beyond me"
About the academic staff
You'll get to meet a large number of academic staff during your studies, from tutors through to lecturers and supervisors. You can view staff in Games technology or search all staff in the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering.
