Program Overview
The Design at Unitec Institute of Technology is a Master programme in Arts & Design over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of arts & design. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across New Zealand and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 17,157 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in arts & design:
- Creative Director
- Graphic / UX Designer
- Art Director
- Curator
- Visual Artist
- Media Producer
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Create a significant body of new work, build a portfolio, improve your job opportunities and refresh or re-orientate your career.
- Undertake research and training in contemporary contextual and theoretical frameworks and practise based methodologies.
- Work in an evolving multi-disciplinary environment with exposure to a wide range of approaches, practices, and theories..
- Get advanced feedback on your developing work from specialists in your field and visiting critics.
- Hone your communication skills through critique sessions and written components.
- Undertake research and training in contemporary contextual and theoretical frameworks.
- Learn from experts our lecturers and supervisors include notable artists, designers and educators.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For this programme, you will need the following:
1. Achieved one of the following:
- A recognised Bachelors degree in a discipline relevant to your proposed project, with an average grade of B- or higher in all Level 7 courses
- A recognised postgraduate diploma in a discipline relevant to your proposed project, with an average grade of B- or higher
2. A significant portfolio of professional work which enables us to critically reflect on your prior practice
3. 8 credits at NCEA Level 2 in English (4 in reading, 4 in writing).
For more information please visit the programme website.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 17,157 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 17,157 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 10,111 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Unitec Institute of Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Unitec Institute of Technology
Unitec Institute of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand
Visit the university profile page to learn more about this institution.
University Profile- Start Date Feb, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
