program detail

Home > Study in New Zealand > Otago Polytechnic - Dunedin Campus > Graduate Diploma in Design (Specialty)

Graduate Diploma in Design (Specialty) Otago Polytechnic - Dunedin Campus Otago Polytechnic - Dunedin Campus, New Zealand

Application icon

NZD 26000

Annual Tuition Fee

!
*Subject to change and other fees
Application icon

 Free

Application Fee

Duration icon

12 months

Duration

Duration icon

6

IELTS

Duration icon

60

TOEFL

Duration icon

55%

Min GPA

Program Overview

If you are looking to achieve an applied qualification in a specialist area to complement your existing design degree or experience, you can opt for this programme and specialise in either Communications, Fashion or Product Design. This diploma will help you gain an understanding of the professional and strategic requirements of your industry, and to extend your professional research techniques. The skills you develop will then be applied to your selected area-specific courses and showcased in your final project.

Looking to achieve an applied qualification in a specialist area to complement your existing design degree or experience? Perhaps you are a professional designer or practitioner wishing to develop practical skills and studio project experience to build on your existing knowledge?

Either way, this programme provides the ideal solution. New Zealand's future is being designed by people like you! Play your part by designing new products, innovating ideas, tackling social issues and creating commercial success. 

Within your specific discipline area - Communication, Fashion or Product - you will initially focus on a series of first and second-year Bachelor of Design courses to complement and enhance your existing abilities and to help you meet your individual goals. The skills you develop will then be applied during your selected third-year courses and within your final projects which could include film-making, fashion communication or accessory design.    

Read more

Additional Information

Program Level Graduate Certificate/Diploma

College/University Processing Time 2 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Program Intake

Open

Jul 2025

Closed

Feb 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must hold a recognised bachelor's degree in a design- or art-related field OR degree-equivalent practical, professional, or scholarly experience.

    6 IELTS Score
    60 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    55% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

    Similar Programs

    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    26000

    Tuition Fee
    (NZD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (NZD)

    20000 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
    (NZD)

    info icon

    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    2024 Scholarships For International Students

    • $5,000 off the Master of Applied Management
    • $3,000 off the Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Management
    • $12,000 off the Bachelor of Applied Management ($4,000 per year)
    • $12,000 off the Bachelor of Information Technology ($4,000 per year)
    • $12,000 off the Bachelor of Construction ($4,000 per year)
    • $8,000 off the New Zealand Diploma in Construction ($4,000 per year)
    • $2,000 off the New Zealand Certificate in English Language


    Women’s Scholarships
    From July, we are introducing Women’s Scholarships to help encourage female, female-identifying, and nonbinary students into our programmes.
    These students will receive $1,000 off our Information Technology and Construction programmes and $500 off our other programmes. This scholarship will apply only to the first year of each programme. The Women'sScholarships will be applied on top of our 2024 Launch Scholarships.

    Not sure what you are looking for?

    Don’t worry, we are here to help.

    Let's Talk

    World class education waiting for you.

    Popular university and colleges for Studying abroad.

    Popular English Language Proficiency Exams

    Study in New Zealand Blogs & Articles