The Animation and Game Design major lets you specialise in the engaging area of visual narrative communication, which includes animation design and development, and game design and development. You will learn and apply the theory and fundamentals behind visual narrative construction by investigating 2D and 3D animation, visual effects production and game design, and developing immersive, virtual world designs. You will also gain experience using up-to-date industry standard software in simulated studio environments. This major has strong connections to local, national and international animation and video game development industries. Animation and Game Design is offered as part of the Bachelor of Design. You can enhance your studies with a secondary major or choose from a range of elective units to support your career goals. Why study Animation and Game Design Major Animation and Game Design possesses strong industry links, built up through its staff members. Many of the staff are currently working in industry, and students will work in simulated studio environments. The Animation and Game Design major has a long tradition of providing graduates for the local and global industry. Animation and Game Design develops a combination of creativity and up-to-date software skills, including industry standard software for animation and games development. Professional recognition Graduates may convert student memberships of national professional design bodies, such as the Design Institute of Australia, into full professional memberships following qualification and professional experience. Career information Games Developer 3D Artist Character Designer Visual Effects Artist Motion Graphic Designer Broadcast Designer for Cinema and TV Creative Director Art Director 2D/3D Animator