Why study at AIE?
- AIE is Australia’s most established specialist
educator in games and 3D animation.
- Our tutors have worked in the industry and are able to give insight and advice on pathways into the industry, whilst teaching hands-on skills to industry standards.
- AIE maintains a proven track record and have been graduating students to industry employment since 1996. Our current students often find that the person who conducts then interview for a job in film, games or one of the many other creative content industries is a past graduate, teacher or partner. Check out our Recent
AIE Graduate Destinations for more details.
- AIE is proud to have been rewarded for our achievements,
achieving state and national awards
for our leading practice in vocational education and training.
- Our courses have been written in consultation with industry, a process which is continually reviewed to maintain quality graduates for the Australian Digital Content industries.
- AIE’s vast industry links allow students to develop contacts and build networks in the Australian Games Development and 3D Animation industries.
- Students have a choice of three campuses, Melbourne, Sydney or Canberra. Online study also allows students to study and gain qualifications and skills from anywhere in the world.
- Both Sydney and Canberra campuses are co-sited with established games companies and offer genuine industry training creating 3D or games product in teams.
- Our game development courses give students the reality of the games production environment and culture. In many instances students gain valuable experience during their studies, working directly with industry partners.
- AIE is very aware of emergent skill needs and new trends
in Australian industry through its board membership of
the Games Developers
Association of Australia, its organisation
of the annual Games Academic Summit, its regular contribution
and advice to State and Federal Governments and its many
informal contacts nationally and internationally.
- AIE students have the chance to be part of a number
of innovative programs including the Women in Games Group
and scholarship schemes from Sony
Foundation Australia.
- A unique strategic partnership with Canberra Institute of Technology, enables students studying at AIE Canberra to access services inherent to a large public provider, whilst still being able to enjoy the personal and specialist service of a smaller organisation. Check out the CIT website for more information.
