C10229v5 Bachelor of Science in Games Development
Award(s): Bachelor of Science in Games Development (BSc)UAC code: 603225 (Autumn session)
CRICOS code: 057197M
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 144
Course EFTSL: 3
Location: City campus
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Admission requirements
Pathway course
Assumed knowledge
Recognition of prior learning
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course diagram
Course program
Levels of award
Honours
Professional recognition
Other information
Overview
This course offers a sound education in all aspects of information technology and develops the diverse skills necessary for a career in computer games development.
Graduates gain an enhanced work-ready expertise in games development, iterative design processes, team project planning and management, and games-specific technology. In doing so, graduates are equipped with a wide range of skills that can be applied to a range of IT careers, such as practical problem-solving skills, the application of theory and cutting-edge research to a real-world context, programming across a variety of languages, professional verbal and written communication, entrepreneurship, life-long learning, and an awareness of the principles of ethics in the IT sector.
Course aims
This course aims to produce graduates who are able to:
- apply core technical skills to problem analysis and decision-making in computer games development
- collaborate and be creative within a professional environment through the application of technical, problem-solving and teamwork skills
- communicate effectively in a variety of forms across diverse business and technical environments
- apply ethical, legal and political considerations to technological issues as socially responsible professionals
- demonstrate a capacity to take a leadership role in technical and business situations, and
- be proactive and reflective learners in relation to knowledge, skills, experience and career direction.
Career options
Career options include computer game developer, data analyst, game/interaction designer, generalist programmer, graphics engine specialist, IT project manager, network specialist, software engineer, web developer.
Course intended learning outcomes
| A.1 | Historically and Culturally Informed about Indigenous Knowledge Systems: FEIT graduates are culturally and historically informed, able to work as respectful professionals with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. |
| B.1 | Socially Responsible: Bachelor of Science in Games Development graduates understand stakeholder needs and demonstrate social and cultural awareness when creating playful and interactive solutions that achieve a positive impact in the lives of diverse audiences. |
| C.1 | Design Oriented: Bachelor of Science in Games Development graduates apply human-centred design methodologies and game design theories to create engaging experiences. |
| D.1 | Technically Proficient: Bachelor of Science in Games Development graduates demonstrate software engineering knowledge and practical skills, with an emphasis on game design and development life-cycles. |
| E.1 | Collaborative and Communicative: Bachelor of Science in Games Development graduates work as an effective member or leader of diverse teams, communicating effectively and operating within cross-disciplinary and cross-cultural contexts in the workplace. |
| F.1 | Reflective: Bachelor of Science in Games Development graduates demonstrate autonomy and entrepreneurship, critically reviewing their game development products, processes and skills. |
Admission requirements
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.
Current school leavers are advised to complete the Year 12 Engineering and IT Questionnaire. The questionnaire allows applicants to demonstrate their strong motivation to study engineering or IT at UTS and may assist applicants whose ATAR falls short of the required cut-off by up to three points.
Non-current school leavers are advised to complete the employment question on their UAC application as adjustment factors may be applied on the basis of relevant work experience.
The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64; or CAE: 176-184.
Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.
International students
Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.
Pathway course
Applicants who complete the UTS Insearch Diploma of Information Technology with:
- no more than two subject failures (international applicants); or
- the required minimum grade point average (domestic applicants)
are guaranteed admission to the Bachelor of Science in Games Development with up to 48 credit points of recognition of prior learning.
Assumed knowledge
Mathematics and any two units of English.
HSC Mathematics Extension 1 and English (Advanced) are recommended.
Recognition of prior learning
Students who have previously undertaken relevant study at a recognised tertiary education institution may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL) if the subjects completed are deemed by the faculty to be equivalent to subjects in the course. Study completed more than three years prior to the date of admission cannot be recognised. Limits apply to the number of credit points of RPL granted.
Course duration and attendance
The course can be completed in three years of full-time or six years of part-time study.
Course structure
Students are required to complete 144 credit points, comprising IT core (48 credit points), games development core (60 credit points), and electives (36 credit points). The elective component can be a combination of a sub-major (24 credit points) and two electives (12 credit points), or six electives (36 credit points).
Industrial training/professional practice
Industrial training is available as an additional year by concurrently enrolling in the Diploma in Information Technology Professional Practice (C20056). The diploma comprises a minimum of nine months' full-time paid work experience and supporting subjects at UTS.
Course completion requirements
| STM90651 Core subjects (Information Technology) | 48cp | |
| STM91303 Core subjects (Games Development) | 60cp | |
| CBK91780 Sub-major/Electives | 36cp | |
| Total | 144cp |
Course diagram
Course program
The program below shows a suggested sequence of subjects for a full-time student. It is intended as a guide only and does not take into account such factors as recognition of prior learning, changes in attendance mode and subject availability, or satisfactory academic progress. Students should consult the Timetable Planner to confirm the availability of subjects in the current academic year.
| Year 1 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 31268 Web Systems | 6cp | |
| 31265 Communication for IT Professionals | 6cp | |
| 31266 Introduction to Information Systems | 6cp | |
| 48023 Programming Fundamentals | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 31269 Business Requirements Modelling | 6cp | |
| 48024 Applications Programming | 6cp | |
| 31260 Fundamentals of Interaction Design | 6cp | |
| 31263 Introduction to Computer Game Development | 6cp | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 31264 Introduction to Computer Graphics | 6cp | |
| 31271 Database Fundamentals | 6cp | |
| 31262 Introduction to Computer Game Design | 6cp | |
| 31251 Data Structures and Algorithms | 6cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 41092 Network Fundamentals | 6cp | |
| 41024 Advanced Games Programming | 6cp | |
| 31777 Advanced Interaction Design | 6cp | |
| Select 6 credit points of options | 6cp | |
| Year 3 | ||
| Autumn session | ||
| 31272 Project Management and the Professional | 6cp | |
| 31102 Game Design Studio 1 | 6cp | |
| Select 12 credit points of options | 12cp | |
| Spring session | ||
| 31103 Game Design Studio 2 | 6cp | |
| Select 18 credit points of options | 18cp | |
Levels of award
The Bachelor of Science in Games Development may be awarded with distinction, credit or pass.
Honours
Students interested in research and who excel in their studies are eligible to undertake one additional full-time year of study in the Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Information Technology (C09019). The honours year is also available on a part-time basis over two years.
Professional recognition
Graduates are eligible to apply for professional-level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
Other information
Further information is available from:
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