
Kesley Birrell
Credits include:
How to Train Your Dragon

Overview

This beginner course has been designed to help develop the skills and knowledge to define and develop game mechanics including the use of game design documentation, prototyping gameplay, interactive environments and the process behind Q&A for games. You will be using industry standard software, the Unity game engine as well as Pro Builder to create a playable game prototype.
The course will provide you with a portfolio piece which will help establish or enhance your portfolio of work for entry into further study.
Why AIE
Develop the skills demanded by industry making you immediately employable.
Courses are made by industry practitioners and developed to teach you industry relevant skills and prepare you for immediate employment.
Learn from experienced industry professionals who have insights and connections.
AIE teachers are award winning trainers with industry experience and a passion for educating the next generation of learners.
AIE provides state of the art, edge, game technology.
You will use the latest, industry standard, hardware and software to create your own unique entertainment experience.
AIE is going beyond providing digital media training.
Education is only the first part – we want to help our graduates achieve their dreams – initiatives like the AIE Incubator Program make it possible.
AIE is the world’s first non-profit specialist games and visual effects educator.
We invest in our students, grow the industry and support graduate career opportunities.
Follow in the footsteps of graduates working on the top games and films worldwide.
Graduates can be found working in some of the worlds leading games studios, independent games studios and also creating their own digital content through the AIE incubator.
Other graduates are working in serious games/simulations for Defense and simulations for major mining companies.
Develop the skills demanded by industry making you immediately employable.
Learn from experienced industry professionals who have insights and connections.
AIE provides state of the art, cutting-edge, game technology.
AIE is going beyond providing digital media training.
AIE is the world’s first non-profit specialist games and visual effects educator.
Follow in the footsteps of graduates working on the top games and films worldwide.
Course Information
Please see course start dates and associated fees below. Please see this page for more information on ACT Skilled Capital Funding.
** Please note: VET in School students should see their school’s VET Coordinator for fees.
Commencing 13th Jun 2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm | 1 days per week
Delivered on 3 consecutive Saturdays
Delivered ON CAMPUS
Half Semesters (3 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 31st Oct 2026
9:30 am - 4:00 pm | days per week
Delivered on 3 consecutive Saturdays
Delivered ON CAMPUS
Half Semesters (3 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 12th May 2026
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | days per week
2 x Four hour sessions per week across 4 weeks
Delivered ONLINE
Half Semesters (4 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 12th May 2026
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | days per week
2 x Four hour evening sessions per week across 4 weeks
Delivered ONLINE
Half Semesters (4 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 4th Aug 2026
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | days per week
2 x Four hour sessions per week across 4 weeks
Delivered ONLINE
Half Semesters (4 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 4th Aug 2026
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | days per week
2 x Four hour evening sessions per week across 4 weeks
Delivered ONLINE
Half Semesters (4 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 13th Oct 2026
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm | days per week
2 x Four hour sessions per week across 4 weeks
Delivered ONLINE
Half Semesters (4 weeks)
Fee:$285
Commencing 13th Oct 2026
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | days per week
2 x Four hour evening sessions per week across 4 weeks
Delivered ONLINE
Half Semesters (4 weeks)
Fee:$285
Mentors
When you learn at AIE, you’re learning from people that know the industry from the inside — because they’ve worked in it.
Upcoming Events
AIE runs campus and online events throughout the year and we encourage students to attend. AIE also broadcast regular livestreams with our alumni and industry professionals that provide insight into future career paths.
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