Game Studies (12126.2)
| Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
|---|---|---|
| View teaching periods | On-campus |
Bruce, Canberra South Bank, QLD |
| EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
| 0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Arts And Design |
| Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
| School Of Design & Built Environment | Level 1 - Undergraduate Introductory Unit | Band 2 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 2 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Analyse the history of console, arcade, and computer games to explain how games and society have shaped one another;
2. Examine the principles and practices of games preservation, recognising the cultural significance of maintaining game history and legacy;
3. Evaluate the impact of influential games and assess their role in shaping genres, design conventions, and cultural perspectives;
4. Communicate informed critical and journalistic perspectives on games and the games industry; and
5. Apply professional written and oral communication skills to present historical and cultural insights within games and game contexts.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
2. UC graduates are global citizens - communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - evaluate and adopt new technology
3. UC graduates are lifelong learners - reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development
Prerequisites
None.Corequisites
None.Incompatible units
None.Equivalent units
None.Assumed knowledge
None.| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | On-campus | Dr Joel Bennett |
| 2026 | South Bank, QLD | Semester 1 | 16 February 2026 | On-campus | Mr Dominic Crisci |
| 2027 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 15 February 2027 | On-campus | Dr Joel Bennett |
| 2027 | South Bank, QLD | Semester 1 | 15 February 2027 | On-campus | Mr Dominic Crisci |
Required texts
Recommended readings and other materials will be available on UCLearn (Canvas).
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Artificial intelligence
Students are not permitted to use generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in assessments for this unit.
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- the Unit Convener has authorised GenAI use for that assessment
- the student uses GenAI in the way that the assessment instructions allow
- the student fully acknowledges their use of GenAI, with proper citations, references and a GenAI Acknowledgement Statement in line with the assessment instructions.
Where the assessment instructions do not specifically state that GenAI may be used and how, then its use is not permitted for that assessment. Students must still provide the required GenAI Acknowledgement Statement to indicate whether GenAI has or has not been used in the preparation of the assessment. If unsure, students should seek advice from the Unit Convener.
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Information is provided in the Academic Integrity Policy, Academic Integrity Procedure, and University of Canberra (Student Conduct) Rules 2023. For further advice, visit Study Skills.
Participation requirements
Active engagement with unit activities is a key contributor to academic success. Whether attending classes on campus or engaging online, regular participation in learning activities supports deeper understanding of the content and enables more effective responses to assessment tasks. These opportunities allow you to ask questions, explore ideas, and consolidate your learning. Research in higher education consistently demonstrates a strong correlation between sustained engagement and positive academic outcomes. Students are therefore strongly encouraged to participate fully in all aspects of the unit to maximise their learning experience.
Required IT skills
Students are expected to have basic digital literacy, including the ability to use standard applications such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and internet search engines.
Work placement, internships or practicums
Not Applicable
