Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Universal College of LearningPostgraduate Diploma of Design
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma
Duration
1 year
Next start date
Expected Nov 2026
Campus
Whanganui Campus
Summary
OverviewBuilding on your Bachelor’s degree in art or design, this programme offers an exciting year of independent and facilitated study focusing on either time-based or print-based design, object design/visual arts, or fashion/textile design.
Based on both lecturer-facilitated and self-directed research projects that will broaden your understanding of either time-based or print-based design applications and expose you to current thinking and research methodologies, you’ll advance your skills in a chosen design media and produce a significant design portfolio, exhibition, or show.
Graduates will be equipped to work in a variety of roles within art and design-based industries such as galleries, fashion houses, graphic design studios, film and television, printing and publishing, web design, art studios, set design, and much more.
Entry criteria
Domestic Entry RequirementsTo be eligible for entry into the UCOL Postgraduate Diploma of Design applicants must have graduated with a Bachelor’s degree, or similar qualification in art or design, or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge. Applicants may be asked to provide a portfolio of original, developmental, and finished work.
Selection criteria:
Applicants are selected in order of receipt of their completed enrolment application with all entry requirements having been met.
International Entry RequirementsIn addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international learner applicants.
English language proficiency
International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).
Under 20 years of age
In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.
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