Bachelor of Games and Interactive Environments (Animation)

About the course

This degree develops skills in creating animation for games and interactive environments, with a focus on contemporary techniques such as motion graphics, 3D modelling, and real-time 3D and character animation. You’ll build a strong creative and technical foundation through practical, industry-connected projects and opportunities to collaborate with partners. This is an undergraduate qualification in game animation and interactive media. The programme develops design, animation, visual storytelling, and digital media production for creative industries.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue careers across the games and immersive technology industries, applying animation and 3D content skills to interactive experiences. Potential pathways include game animator, character animator, 3D modeller, motion graphics artist, concept/visual development artist, and roles supporting interactive media production. Industry-style team projects and showcases help prepare you for professional studio workflows. This is a bachelor-level pathway into animation for games and interactive environments.

Entry requirements

ATAR/Selection rank 70.00.

Living Costs in Brisbane**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,467 - 1,940	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,073 - 1,419
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 237 - 314

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)