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National code: ICT50220
Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design) at Nirimba
Course information
CombinationA mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
Information TechnologyCourse specialisation
Full Time16+ hours per week.
12 monthsTime required to complete this course.
2 Feb 2026First day of attendance online or on campus.
4 Dec 2026Final day of attendance online or on campus.
Class details
20 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
10 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
Application required
Some courses have entry requirements you need to meet before you can enrol. Our course information outlines what these requirements are and how you can apply.
Course fees
$0 to $4,060This is course may be available at a reduced cost. See fee types for eligibility criteria.
Reduced fee options
Fee-free available
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria apply.
Proposed timetableWhat time classes run
This course is currently scheduled on Monday, Thursday and Friday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
Additional informationOther things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Knowledge assessments: short answer, research tasks, assignments
Skills assessments: projects, case studies
Practical skills assessments: testing games and interactive media under observation
Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving
Portfolio of work
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
There is no work placement for this qualification.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection, webcam and headset
Portable hard drive, portable headphones and an SD card (16Gb) at an estimated cost of $150
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
There are no additional requirements for this qualification.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Information Technology (Game Art and Design) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 20 units of competency, including 6 core and 14 speciality units.
Core units - 6
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Originate and develop conceptsBSBCRT512
Promote workplace cyber security awareness and best practicesBSBXCS402
Lead and facilitate a teamBSBXTW401
Match ICT needs with the strategic direction of the organisationICTICT517
Course deliveryCombination study
Learn through a combination of on-campus classroom, virtual classroom, online, and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Nirimba
TAFE NSW Nirimba is located within the Nirimba Education Precinct at Quakers Hill, a short 15 minute walk from the Quakers Hill train station.
While being Western Sydney’s major centre for training in building and construction, TAFE NSW Nirimba also caters for the game art and design, child studies, music and entertainment and community services sectors.
Campus address
Eastern Road Quakers Hill 2763
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Quakers Hill Station is 3000 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Building, bricklaying, roof tiling, carpentry and joinery centre of excellence
Dedicated child studies facilities
Entertainment Nirimba, a purpose-built contemporary music facility
GreenSkills Hub, a state-of-the-art laboratory for environmental sustainability
Specialist information technology centre
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au