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Working with schools

AIE offers a number of different engagement programs for school age students and career advisers.

VET for Secondary Schools

AIE offers Vocational Education and Training in Schools Programs

The VET in Schools programs are nationally accredited Certificate II and III programs which enable high school students access to AIE’s specialist project-based training in game development and 3D animation. These programs may give students credit towards their Year 10, 11 and 12 studies.

The AIE VETiS program offers the following benefits:

  • Course resources including learning materials, lesson plans, schedules, tutorials, and assessments
  • AIE Nationally recognised qualifications and short courses
  • Teacher training provided by AIE including ongoing support for your teachers and students
  • Industry experienced teachers visiting/delivering classes your campus;
  • Graduate pathways to further study at AIE , Universities or TAFE;

School workshops

An AIE Event Officer will bring an industry expert teacher along to run students through a Design, Programming or Art workshop aimed at giving students hands-on experience with software used in the Game and Film Industry. Students could create a character, environment or even program their own mini-game whilst learning about study and career pathways within the Digital Industry.

AIE runs workshops for Year 10 to 12 students who are interested in knowing more about the Games and VFX film Industry. To run a workshop, we require some communication to help with correct equipment and program installation. The time frame of the workshop of minimum 1 hour and a maximum of 3 hours.

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Work Experience

The AIE Work Experience Program is a great way for secondary school students in years 10 to 12 to learn about the interactive entertainment and digital industries. The week will open the door to the range of career possibilities in the industry and allow students to get hands-on with the tools of the trade.

The Work Experience Program encompasses a range of activities including 3D animation, programming, QA testing and much more.

To see availability and register for work experience please select your local campus below:

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Career Advisor Days

AIE’s Career Advisers Day will provide you with the latest information about career pathways and employment opportunities in game development and film.

Industry experts will be giving insights into their industries, the latest trends and future career opportunities for the next generation of creatives.

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Upcoming events

Open Day

August 16, 2026

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Online Campus Day

August 29, 2026

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Information Evening

September 17, 2026

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Games and Animation Workshop Day

September 30, 2026

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Film Production Workshop

October 2, 2026

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