Postgraduate Certificate in Design
Otago Polytechnic
Subject area
Graphic Arts and Design Studies
Qualification
Duration
19 Weeks
Total student fees
$3,878
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
Graduates of the Postgraduate Certificate in Design will extend and deepen their knowledge and understanding of design research methods and the professional design environment. Graduates will have completed an applied design project, which allows them to address sustainability from multiple perspectives and to position their work within a wider market context. This qualification prepares students for further postgraduate study, or for employment in a creative design or design management role.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Minimum entry requirements are the Bachelor of Design (discipline endorsed) Level 7, or an equivalent qualification in a related discipline, or equivalent documented professional experience. A physical or digital portfolio which demonstrates a range of creative work relevant to their field. International entrants must demonstrate that they have equivalent experience/qualifications as domestic entrants.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
19 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$3,878 | $3,878 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$6,583 | $6,583 |
| Total | $10,461 | $10,461 |
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Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $53,000 |
| Earnings range | $44,000 - $63,000 |
| In employment | 68% |
| In further study | 10% |
| On a benefit | 1% |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 762 786
Phone: (03) 477 3014
Fax: (03) 471 6870
Email: info@op.ac.nz
Web: https://www.op.ac.nz/
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