The Graduate Diploma of Games Programming provides graduates in computer science and related fields with an opportunity to expand their skills and knowledge of programming for games, simulation and visualisation. This course will include topics in the design and programming of video games, including coverage of the theory and implementation of real-time interactive graphics and physics simulation. Input, network, and sound programming will be covered, along with examination of design and production issues of video games. All students will complete a practical games programming project.

Students should hold a Bachelor's degree in computer science or related fields which includes significant programming content. People with at least five years industry experience who can demonstrate the required level of programming expertise can also apply for admission.

The course consists of eight units and requires two semesters of full-time study or part-time equivalent.  Students need 120 credit points to graduate.