Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Holmesglen Institute of TAFE
Overview
Career Opportunities
- Games designer
- 3D modeller
- Environmental artist
- Texture artist
- Animator
- 3D character animator
- VR developer
- Game programmer
- 2D/3D artist level designer
- Game developer
- Mobile app developer
- C# developer
- Interactive media developer
Pathway to further studies
- BIS24 Bachelor of Information Systems
Studying the Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design) at Holmesglen
At Holmesglen, you will gain practical skills from experienced teachers to develop a variety of games, including Virtual Reality (VR), first-person shooters, racing games, real-time strategy games, third-person shooters, role-playing games, side-scrolling games, mobile games, and more.<p>In alignment with the games industry, you will collaborate in teams to create game prototypes and final products for multiple platforms. After thorough testing, you will publish your game on popular gaming platforms such as Android, iOS, VR, PC, and Mac, with the potential to release on consoles like Xbox and PlayStation. This course offers a unique opportunity to engage in an industry-based project with Liminal VR, a Melbourne-based VR developer, where successful projects will be published on the Liminal platform and made available via the Oculus Store.<p>To develop industry-standard games, you will learn C# programming and apply advanced 3D artwork techniques, including character design, prop design, environment design, animation, and visual effects. You will also build skills in 3D sculpting software, enabling you to model and texture game assets to create stunningly realistic visuals for your 3D games.
Entry Requirements
Recognition of prior learning
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Course Structure
Timetable
Assessment
How to apply
Apply Via Agent
Holmesglen recommends international students apply through one of our accredited student recruitment agents. This will assist you in the preparation of all application documents and ensure that you are well counselled on the Australian Government's Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements for International students. Further information of the GTE requirements is available at: https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
To find out more, visit How to Apply for International Students.
If you have further questions about your application, please contact our International Centre:
T: 03 9564 1703
E: intl@holmesglen.edu.au
Visit How to Apply for more information on the application process.
Recruitment
Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.
Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.
Outcomes
Qualification and Recognition
Industry Connections
Fees
| Tuition fees GST exempt | Cost |
|---|---|
| International Fee | $17,220 Per Year |
| Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
| General Services Fee | $70 Per Semester |
The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.
Additional Course Cost
An additional administration fee may apply where the application is submitted directly to Holmesglen and not through a Holmesglen-approved education agent.
Tuition Fee Protection Service
The Tuition Protection Service (TPS) is an initiative of the Australian Government to assist international students whose education providers are unable to fully deliver their course of study for which tuition fees are paid. Read more about the TPS
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