Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)

Overview

Turn your ideas into playable reality with the Certificate IV in Information Technology Gaming Development. Learn to create 3D, animation and modelling, character, and level design. Whether it’s console or online apps, these skills will give you an advantage when applying for creative roles as an animator, media developer or 3D artist.

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This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

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Skills you’ll learn

Game design and development
3D modelling, texturing and animation
Object-oriented language programming skills
Interaction Design
2D graphics and build graphical user interfaces
Write narrative scripts for interactive games

Your career opportunities

Game designer/developer
Game programmer
3D modeler
User interface designer
Quality assurance tester

Key codes

Hawthorn VTAC code

3400277394

International student visa

International students in Australia who hold student visas are required to study full-time and on campus. Courses that are taught entirely online are only available to international students studying outside Australia or those in Australia who are not on a student visa. Online courses are not available to international students in Australia who hold a student visa.

Location options

Hawthorn

Partnering with Two Moos

We are pleased to announce our partnership with Two Bulls and their dedicated family brand, Two Moos, which specialises in family-focused content creation. Students studying our Diploma and Certificate IV of Digital and Interactive Games will be inspired to create engaging apps, content and games through a series of workshops and masterclasses.

Partnering with Two Moos

Admissions

There are no pre-requisites to enter this program, however we require a satisfactory completion of Year 11. Some additional criteria may apply.

Applicants without formal qualifications and/or relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.

Admission requirements

Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. See admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

English language requirements

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65% or above
or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

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Credit transfer

Credit transfer is the recognition of academic credits gained through formal study (i.e. units of competency) completed either at another institute or in another qualification. The total amount of credit will vary from individual to individual, based on the unit/s that have been successfully completed.

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Recognition of prior learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is the process of transferring the skills and knowledge that you have acquired over your lifetime (irrespective of how they were obtained) against the requirements of the unit.

RPL is an assessment process that requires you to provide evidence that demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the unit/s. The amount and types of evidence you will need to provide will depend on the unit requirements.

Learn more about RPL

Finding your fit

At Swinburne, we recognise that not one size fits all. If this course doesn’t meet all your study criteria, check out these alternatives.

Certificate IV in Cyber Security

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Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design, Game Programming)

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Course structure

Total of 20 units, comprising 7 core units, plus 13 elective units.

Core units

Elective units

Certificate IV

Course hours are estimated and may change based on study mode, unit choice, credits, or enrolment adjustments, total indicative nominal hours: 940

Your units

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)

Units of study	Unit code
Core units
Apply advanced critical thinking to work processes Core unit	BSBCRT404
Contribute to cyber security risk management Core unit	BSBXCS404
Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and practices Core unit	ICTICT426
Work collaboratively in the ICT industry Core unit	ICTICT443
Comply with IP, ethics and privacy policies in ICT environments Core unit	ICTICT451
Apply introductory programming techniques Core unit	ICTPRG302
Identify & resolve client ICT problems Core unit	ICTSAS432
Elective units
Create 3D digital environments Elective unit	CUAANM512
Create visual design components for digital media Elective unit	ICTDMT404
Use simple modelling for animation Elective unit	ICTGAM418
Produce interactive games Elective unit	ICTGAM420
Identify and apply games design and game play principles Elective unit	ICTGAM421
Write narrative scripts for interactive games Elective unit	ICTGAM426
Use 3-D software interface and toolsets Elective unit	ICTGAM427
Create 3-D characters for interactive games Elective unit	ICTGAM428
Develop 3-D components for interactive games Elective unit	ICTGAM429
Design and create 3-D digital models Elective unit	ICTGAM431
Build graphical user interfaces Elective unit	ICTICT433
Apply introductory object-oriented language skills Elective unit	ICTPRG430
Analyse software requirements Elective unit	ICTPRG444

2025 fees

Full fee* ($AUD)

$11,940

Skills first government-subsidised place* ($AUD)

$5,570

Concession rate* ($AUD)

2025 fees

Fees are estimates only

Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2025 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

Fees are estimates only

The indicative course fees shown apply to international students for the relevant year, based on a standard study load per year. Fees are assessed according to actual study load each semester, with variations to study load resulting in tuition fee adjustments. These fees generally include the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) and are subject to annual review. Enrolled students will receive reasonable notice of any fee changes before payment is due.

Skills first government-subsidised place

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. To qualify for a government-subsidised place, you must meet various eligibility criteria. The course you’ve applied for must also be offering government-subsidised places. Swinburne will determine your eligibility by conducting a full assessment of your eligibility during the course application process.

Learn more about Skills first government subsidies

How do I pay my fees?

You can pay your Swinburne fees in person, via credit card, BPAY, or at Australia Post. Check to see if loans and employer sponsored training are also available.

Find out more about fees

International students need to pay tuition fees up-front by the relevant due date. You can find the due dates on your Statement of Account.

To pay your fees:

log in to My Financials
check your Australian bank account details are correct
check your Statement of Account to see how much you owe
pay using your preferred payment method.

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Concessions rates for vocational students

If you’re enrolling in a Certificate IV-level program or below, are eligible for a government-subsidised training place and hold a valid concession card, you may be eligible for a concession of 80 per cent off the published fee of your unit(s) tuition – which means you’ll only be charged 20 per cent of the published fee.

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Scholarships

Scholarship applications for 2025 are open. Scholarships at Swinburne are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. We want you to reach your potential and achieve your life and career goals.

Our handy guide will assist you to gather documents for your application.

Learn more about scholarships

When you apply for a Swinburne course, we automatically consider you for an international scholarship of up to 30 per cent off your course fees – no separate application required! Just apply for your Swinburne course of choice and when we review your course application, we will also assess you for an international scholarship.

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Apply through an agent

Most international students use an education agent to help them through the application process. Swinburne has agents all over the world that can help you with your application to study. Search for a Swinburne representative in your country. If your country is not listed, please contact us.

Representatives and agents

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Apply directly

Ready to take on a new challenge and reach your academic goals? If you already know which course you want to study and understand the entry requirements, what are you waiting for? Apply online! Remember, you cannot apply direct if you have an active VTAC application.

Course code

ICT40120

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Apply through VTAC

International students currently studying Year 12 in Australia must apply through VTAC. VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

VTAC is the central office that administers the application processes for places in tertiary courses, scholarships and the Special Entry Access Scheme at universities, TAFEs and independent tertiary colleges in Victoria.

Hawthorn VTAC code

3400277394

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Overview

Entry requirements

Study structure

Fees & Scholarships

How to apply

Overview

Are you in high school?

Skills you’ll learn

Your career opportunities

Key codes

International student visa

Location options

Partnering with Two Moos

Admission requirements

Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

Certificate IV in Information Technology (Gaming Development)

Fees are estimates only

Fees are estimates only