Master of Design
Achieve excellence in your digital media practice through hands-on applied research.
Best for:Best for creative practitioners and designers seeking advanced research credentials in digital media and design.
Overview
The Master of Design at Whitireia and WelTec is a Level 9 postgraduate programme spanning approximately 1.5 years across three semesters. Students pursue advanced applied research relevant to their creative passions, focusing on 2D and 3D design media options such as illustration, branding, animation, game design, and screen production. The curriculum comprises 180 total credits, blending foundational advanced coursework with independent research. Graduates emerge with refined expertise in their chosen digital media specialization.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent applied research in a selected digital media discipline
- Develop advanced practical projects in areas such as 2D and 3D design, animation, or game design
- Complete required coursework across multiple semesters totaling 180 credits
- Synthesize critical theory and professional creative practice into a final research output
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent prior qualification
Degree offered: Master of Design
Language: English proficiency as required for international or domestic postgraduate admission
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated background in art, design, or digital media practice
- Capability to conduct independent creative and applied research
- Portfolio of relevant design or media work
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How to apply
Interested applicants should submit their application through the official Study with New Zealand portal. Ensure all required academic transcripts and creative portfolios are prepared according to institution guidelines.
- Academic transcripts
- Portfolio of work
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