Don’t just play games — get paid to make them. JMC’s Game Design courses are built for creators who want more than theory. With access to the same tools the pros use and guidance from lecturers with real industry credits, you'll graduate job-ready.
Trusted by the studios shaping the future of games
Do you want a career that doesn’t feel like a job?
Do you dream of building the next big game?
Are you looking for more than just theory?
Are you looking for global career potential?
$345.5M
value of Australia’s game development sector in 2024, and it’s still growing
$270M+
poured into Aussie game studios since 2020 through public and private backing
+69%
Australian game studios plan to expand their teams in 2025
JMC’s curriculum doesn’t just teach game development — it prepares you to compete in the global market. With 87% of Australian game dev revenue coming from overseas, this is your chance to create for a worldwide audience
87% of Aussie game studio revenue comes from overseas: You're not just learning for Australia — you're learning for the world
Study abroad in Tokyo or the Netherlands: Expand your skills and connect with global studios.
Alumni working on global titles: JMC grads now help build games like LEGO Star Wars and Mortal Kombat.
JMC believes game design should be based on potential — not just school performance. That’s why there’s no ATAR requirement to get started.
Admissions are based on your creativity and passion, not a school score.
Study now and pay later with government-supported finance options
We want to see your ideas, not your test results
Start in February or September.
Unlike theory-heavy uni programs or basic online tutorials, JMC’s courses are designed with studios, for studios. You’ll work with Unreal, VR, motion capture, and graduate with a portfolio, not just a transcript.
JMC’s campuses in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are designed like mini game studios — with motion capture labs, VR spaces, animation suites and creative lounges that make you want to stay after class.
Multi-purpose Auditorium
Motion Capture Facilities
Animation And Gaming Labs
Your chance to Showcase
your work at PAX
Student Spaces - Sydney
Student Spaces - Melbourne
Student Spaces - Brisbane
Build real games every trimester with hands-on projects that go from concept to playable reality
Get mentored by working professionals in small classes led by designers, animators and devs from the industry
Collaborate across disciplines with animators, musicians, filmmakers and writers on real-world projects
Explore our programs:
Full-time or part-time study options.
Game Design
A two-year degree (6 trimesters) built with input from studios like Ubisoft, Riot Games and Wētā FX. Learn game engine scripting, 2D/3D animation, environment design and user interface development while building a portfolio studios will take seriously.
Game Design
A fast-track, hands-on course to launch your creative career. Learn concept art, digital design, game mechanics and rapid prototyping — with motion capture, animation, and engine tools from the very first trimester.
Sean Callinan
Senior Lecturer
Animation + Game Design (Sydney)
A veteran visual storyteller blending art direction, animation, and design education.
Sean's career spans iconic music videos, AFI-nominated art direction, and over 20 years of teaching screen-based media. As co-founder of MEC, he helped shape visual culture across music and film before focusing on animation, motion graphics and education.
Mark Dickie
Head of Animation
and Game Design (Brisbane)
A hands-on creator and lifelong learner guiding the next generation of game artists.
Mark brings decades of experience in motion graphics and asset creation across games, TV and the web. He's proudest of building JMC's cutting-edge games and animation degrees — and mentors students with a strong focus on collaboration and creative growth.
Robyn Dixon
Head of Department for
Animation & Games (Melbourne)
A creative leader blending industry know-how with ethical, student-first education.
Robyn's background spans UI design at Big Ant Studios and work for top brands like Jetstar and Hardie Grant. She leads JMC's Melbourne department with a passion for inclusive, future-ready animation and game design.
Petr Joura
Senior Game Design Lecturer
A systems-focused designer passionate about how games think and feel.
Petr specialises in gameplay logic, systems thinking, and interactive design. His teaching helps students build games that not only function — but resonate.
Vannasouk Phadillok
Game Design Senior Lecturer
A globally connected developer bringing commercial game experience into the classroom.
Vannasouk is co-founder of Gamesage, a studio developing solutions worldwide. With over a decade in the industry, he's led projects from concept to launch and teaches with a deep passion for community, creativity and interactive storytelling.
Az Valastro
Animation and
Game Design Lecturer
A multi-platform game creator with indie spirit and JMC roots.
A JMC graduate turned lecturer, Az designs digital and tabletop games through their own indie label. Their approach blends artistic experimentation with practical game dev insight — helping students bring their boldest ideas to life.
Shaye Hayes
Senior Animation & Game
Design Lecturer
A VR-focused educator exploring immersion, interaction and entertainment.
Shaye is a published researcher on virtual reality immersion and a creative force across game design and animation. She's currently completing a master's degree while helping students navigate the future of interactive storytelling.
Tim McEwen
Animation Lecturer
An award-winning visual artist with deep roots in comics, film, and illustration.
With credits on Happy Feet Two, Wolf Creek 2, and a Platinum Ledger Award, Tim brings decades of experience in storyboarding, comics and graphic design. At JMC, he bridges professional artistry with industry-ready teaching.
"Studying at JMC Academy was a great experience. It gave me the foundational knowledge, experience, and a solid support network to rely on when pursuing my dream career.”
Okan Beyit
Environment Artist and Level Designer at Zero Latency Game Design Alumni
"Learning with industry standard software at JMC definitely prepared me for a career in the game industry. The small class sizes also made the lecturers very accessible and hands on.”
Alaric Willi
Render Wrangler, Iloura Animation and Visual Effects Studio Game Design Alumni
"Work is not just 9 to 5 anymore. I am so thankful to be living and breathing my passion to make games."
Sofia Maraitis
Associate Experience Designer at EA Games Game Design Alumni
Study in cities where the screen industry thrives. At JMC, you’ll train with professional equipment, work in industry-grade studios, and learn from filmmakers shaping the future of film and TV — all in Australia’s creative hubs.
Create every trimester in hands-on film projects including shorts, docos, music videos and more.
Get one-on-one mentoring from active filmmakers, editors and producers in small, focused classes.
Collaborate across disciplines with actors, animators, musicians and audio engineers on real productions.
Whether you're a student or a parent looking to support a dream with real-world outcomes, applications for JMC's Game Design courses are now open. No ATAR needed. FEE-HELP available.
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I'm not good at drawing - can I still apply for the Game Design course?
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