Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity

Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity

POSTGRADUATE

Discover both the theoretical and practical aspects of ideas and production in animation, games and interactive media.

Student type:
Learning mode:
On campus
Entry score:

See MC232

Duration:
Other
Fees:

See MC232

Next intake:
Not applicable
Location:
Melbourne City
Learning mode:
On campus
Entry score:

See MC232

Duration:
Other
Fees:

See MC232

Next intake:
Not applicable
Location:
Melbourne City

Overview

The Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity (GD193) is available as an exit award of the Master of Animation, Games and Interactivity (MC232).

The Graduate Diploma of Animation, Design and Interactivity has been designed to help you build advanced knowledge in both the theoretical and technical aspects of contemporary production in animation, games and interactivity.

In this studio-based diploma, you will engage with concepts and techniques of professional productions while undertaking projects underpinned by contemporary developments in animation, games and interactivity. While acquiring these skills, you will develop an independent vision of narrative, visual and interactive media through contemporary studio forms and devices.

You will be encouraged to develop skills in life-long learning, negotiating the often complex web of professional relations in contemporary animated, games and interactive media productions.

Details

This graduate diploma uses a variety of contemporary learning and teaching approaches which may include studio practice, lectures, tutorials, workshops, seminars, problem-based learning, reflective techniques, online and face-to-face presentations and discussions, group-based learning and negotiated learning for your major project.

A major component of this diploma is studio practice. You will be immersed into the field, its methods and practices through set projects and briefs. The studio format gives you the opportunity to explore concepts, techniques and modes of communication through the creation of animated linear or interactive productions. There also may be the opportunity to engage with students from other studios in a setting that encourages peer-to-peer learning through shared experience.

Learning at RMIT

The types of classes you have will depend on the course you’re studying. Classes are offered in various formats designed to provide meaningful engagement with staff, industry and peers and provide for access and use of spaces where learning can be applied and active, including an array of specialised equipment.

Most RMIT courses do not include passive large-scale classes such as lectures, instead the content traditionally provided in lectures is made available online. This may be in the form of readings, videos or other on-demand learning materials. This content will also support the basis of interactive learning that takes place in on-campus classes.

RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with professional and vocational practice.

The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this degree and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes.

In order to exit the Master of Animation, Games and Interactivity with the Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity, you will need to complete all six core subjects, to a total of 96 credit points.

Visit the course structure for full details.

Course structure

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Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity
Program code: GD193

Title
Location
Duration
Plan code
CRICOS
Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity
City Campus
1 year Full-Time, 2 years Part-Time
GD193
103220J
Location
City Campus
Duration
1 year Full-Time, 2 years Part-Time
Plan code
GD193
CRICOS
103220J
Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity
City Campus
1 year Full-Time
GD193
103220J
Location
City Campus
Duration
1 year Full-Time
Plan code
GD193
CRICOS
103220J

Note: International student visa holders can only study full-time.

Career

On completion of the Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity, you will have high-level knowledge of the animation, games and interactive media industries.

You will be able to apply independent direction and communication skills to realise professional solutions in motion and interaction design that are contemporary and engaging. You will be experienced in project planning, collaborative practice and management.

Admissions

The Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity (GD193) is available as an exit award only. Applicants must apply for the Master of Animation, Games and Interactivity (MC232).

Pathways

The Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity (GD193) is available as an exit award of the Master of Animation, Games and Interactivity (MC232).

You will have the option of exiting with the Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity (GD193) if you have successfully completed the 96 credit points listed in this program structure, or a combination of completing some courses and having been granted credit for previous study at an equivalent level (AQF 8), i.e. honours, graduate certificate or graduate diploma in the field of animation, games, interactivity and/or digital media.

Fees

The Graduate Diploma of Animation, Games and Interactivity (GD193) is available as an exit award of the Master of Animation, Games and Interactivity (MC232). See the Master of Animation, Games and Interactivity for full fee information.

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Sorry, this program is not available for international students intending to study on a student visa.

If you hold a different visa type, you may be eligible. Please contact Study@RMIT for more information.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.