Postgraduate Certificate in Design
Otago Polytechnic
Subject area
Graphic Arts and Design Studies
Qualification
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Entry requirements
Minimum entry requirements are
1. The Bachelor of Design (discipline endorsed) Level 7, or an equivalent qualification at bachelor level in a related discipline, or equivalent documented professional experience.
2. A physical or digital portfolio which demonstrates a range of creative work relevant to their field
3. International entrants must demonstrate that they have equivalent experience/qualifications as domestic entrants, and, for those whose first language is not English, must provide evidence of English language competence of IELTS academic band score of 6.5 (overall) with no individual band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
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.
What graduates earn
Graduates who studied Graphic and Design Studies at this level can earn:
$49,000
Median earnings one year after study
$56,000
Median earnings two years after study
$66,000
Median earnings five years after study
Status one year after study
Employment rate two years after study
86%
Employment rate two years after study
Data as at November 2022
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/
Sources
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