Students level up their skills through video game design
Students level up their skills through video game design
Students level up their skills through video game design
May, 7, 2025
Summary
The Australian STEM Video Game Challenge (STEM VGC) engages students in Years 3–12 to design video games, fostering STEM interest and real-world skills. Now in its 11th year, the free national competition develops technical and soft skills like teamwork and problem-solving. Industry experts highlight its role in career readiness and breaking gaming stereotypes. With growing demand for STEM careers, the challenge offers early exposure to relevant pathways. Winners showcase games at PAX Australia, gaining industry insight. Extensive student and teacher resources support participation, and the initiative is backed by organizations like IGEA to align with future workforce needs.
Reference
Australian Council for Educational Research. (2025, May 7). Students level up their skills through video game design. ACER Discover. https://www.acer.org/au/discover/article/students-level-up-their-skills-through-video-game-design