Master of Product Design
A multidisciplinary master’s programme blending design, manufacturing, and business analysis for innovative product development.
Best for:Best for creative professionals and engineers seeking to specialize in product design, manufacturing, and business strategy with a focus on hands-on innovation.
Overview
The Master of Product Design at the University of Canterbury prepares students to thrive in a dynamic consumer market by combining advanced design, manufacturing expertise, and business analysis. This 1.48-year programme leverages the university’s interdisciplinary research strengths in commerce, IT, and engineering. Students engage in hands-on projects and supervised research, utilizing specialized on-campus facilities to create and refine product concepts. The curriculum balances practical work with theoretical study, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for careers in design innovation and product development.
What you'll do
- Develop and refine product concepts through hands-on design and prototyping.
- Conduct supervised research in collaboration with faculty experts.
- Apply advanced manufacturing techniques and business analysis to product development.
- Engage in interdisciplinary projects integrating design, engineering, and commerce.
- Utilize specialized on-campus facilities for research and creation.
- Present and defend research findings in a final thesis or project.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Design, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
Degree offered: Master of Product Design
Language: English proficiency (level not specified in source).
Instruction: English
- Proven experience in design or product development.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams.
- Open to international applicants.
- No specific residency or age restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
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How to apply
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Applicants should follow the instructions provided on the official University of Canterbury admissions portal. Typically, this involves submitting an application form, academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, and a portfolio of relevant work. Additional documents may be required based on the programme’s specific guidelines.
- Application form
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- Portfolio of design or product development work
- Proof of English proficiency (if applicable)
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