Bachelor of Information Technology - Games Design and Development

Murdoch University - Perth Campus

Australia,Western Australia

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36 Months

Duration

CAD 34,320/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 0 FREE

Application Fee

Feb 2026

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Australia, Western Australia

Type: University

Location Type: Urban

Founded: 1973

Total Students: 25,000 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

90 South St, Murdoch WA 6150, Australia

Bachelor of Information Technology - Games Design and Development

Program Overview

If you love the idea of a career in computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, software development, games and game engine development, virtual and augmented reality or information systems, this is the qualification you need.

Designed by world-class academics in close consultation with industry advisors, this course offers you an excellent step toward launching your career.

In this course, you will learn to solve complex real-world IT problems and you will explore the theory, methods and systems used in the information technology industry, from mobile apps and virtual reality, artificial intelligence and machine learning, practical software engineering to corporate website architecture and global information systems.

You can choose a double major within this IT course or combine this course with another major or degree to specialise in two areas of study, giving you a competitive edge. For example, you might choose to add a business or a law degree to this Bachelor of Information Technology degree. The course structure would enable you to acquire strong analytical, research, design and technology skills combined with a very strong background in software design and programming.


Major: Games Design and Development
Have you ever wondered how your favourite video games are developed? As a software developer and computer programmer, you’ll help turn an idea into a playable video or computer game. With increasing opportunities in this growing industry, you’ll gain the skills needed to work in both the international games industry and the information technology industry. 

Through this major you’ll learn about both the theory and practice of game design and development. You’ll gain hands-on experience using industry-standard tools to create games for computer, mobile, video, and extended reality (XR) platforms. The major covers critical areas such as game mechanics, software development, user interfaces, XR, and gamification. Graduates are equipped for diverse roles in industries ranging from video game production to simulation, visualisation, and XR applications. 

In the final year of your degree, you’ll take part in a professional practice project unit. This includes working in a team with other students and consulting with real clients from the industry to recommend, develop and implement new technologies to solve real-world problems. 


3 reasons to study Games Software Design and Development at Murdoch 

  • Get access to cutting-edge facilities and equipment, including dedicated XR labs such as the Mixed and Augmented Reality Studio (MaARS) and the Digital Immersive Lab (DIL), offering Augmented Reality (AR), Virtual Reality (VR), and Mixed Reality (MR) capabilities. These facilities are a 24/7 workspace you can use for programming and software development, using high-end performance gaming workstations. 
  • Gain practical experience in the games design and development processes using industry-standard games development tools. 


What you’ll learn
Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you’ll learn: 

  • Games software design 
  • Games mechanics 
  • User interfaces and user experiences 
  • Games software development and production, and 
  • Augmented reality, Virtual reality and Mixed reality

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