Overview

About our Bachelor of Information Technology in 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 transform ideas into engaging, playable experiences. With opportunities growing rapidly in this dynamic industry, this course equips you with the skills to thrive in both the international games and broader information technology sectors.

Through a combination of theory and hands-on practice, you’ll learn to design and develop games for a variety of platforms, including computer, mobile, and eXtended Reality (XR). The course covers core areas such as game mechanics, software development, user interfaces, gamification, and immersive technologies.

In your final year, you’ll participate in a professional practice project, working in teams to solve real-world challenges for industry clients. This provides valuable experience in applying your skills in practical, client-focused settings.

Offered at Murdoch University Dubai, the Bachelor of Information Technology in Games Design and Development provides a comprehensive education in IT, with a strong focus on game design and development, user eXperience, and systems analysis. You’ll gain both the theoretical foundation and applied skills needed to succeed in the fast-evolving games development landscape.

Reasons to study Bachelor of Information Technology in Games Design and Development at Murdoch University

Learn key areas including game development, 3D animation, eXtended Reality (XR – AR/VR/MR), UX/UI design, and game production.
Gain real-world experience through internships, industry projects, and collaboration with gaming professionals.
Build full-scale games and immersive environments using industry-standard tools such as Unity, Unreal Engine, and XR frameworks.
Master player experience design through advanced UX/UI techniques, interactive storytelling, and iterative playtesting.
Develop a strong portfolio through hands-on projects and industry engagement.
Graduate with a globally recognised Australian degree from Murdoch University, boosting your international career prospects.

Develop Your Skills

Through the course, the students will have a combination of skills that involve:

Games software design and development
Game design theory and production methods
Core concepts and principles of computing technology
3D graphics and eXtended Reality environments
User eXperience (UX) and User Interface (UI) design
Systems analysis and project management
ICT research and innovation

Career Opportunities

Graduates from this course can pursue a career within the IT and gaming industries as:

Game Developer
Game Designer
UX/UI Designer
Systems Analyst
AR/VR/MR Developer
Game Producer
Digital Media Specialist
Simulation Engineer
Interactive Experience Designer
Software engineer

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Information Technology course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

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Programme Structure

The Bachelor of IT in Games Design and Development provides a strong foundation in information technology while developing the creative and technical skills required to design and build engaging digital games and immersive experiences. Students study core areas including programming, cybersecurity, databases, computer systems, data communications, project management, research methods, and professional practice before progressing to specialised topics such as 3D graphics and animation, virtual reality, games software development, games user experience and interface design, digital marketing, and intelligent systems. The course also includes a Discovery Unit to develop transferable skills and offers the flexibility to broaden your studies through an approved double major or elective units.

Course structures are subject to change. Please refer to the Murdoch University Dubai website for the most current course structure and unit information.

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-17 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00
Starting 2027-01-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-23 00:00:00

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Intake Dates: January, May, September

Language

English

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Credits

72 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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115

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50

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General requirements

Minimum points 5 from: A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects. At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation. AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included . A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1). AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)

International Baccalaureate (IB): Successful completion of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) with a total score of 24 points or higher
Other qualifications: Academic entry requirements vary depending on the applicant's country of study and secondary school curriculum. Please refer to the country-specific entry requirements on our website for detailed admission criteria: https://www.murdochuniversitydubai.com/apply/academic-entry-requirements-2026/

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59960 AED / year

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5300 - 9200 AED / month

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We offer Academic Merit Scholarships ranging from 15% to 40% of the total tuition fees across all our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs, based on your previous academic performance.

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