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Institute of TechnologyPostgraduate Diploma of Design
- Qualification
- Postgraduate Diploma
- NZQF level
- 8
- Duration
- 1 year, full-time
- Indicative fees
- NZ$9,742/yr
- Location
- UCOL Whanganui
- Audience
- Domestic students
Entry requirements
Applicants must have graduated with a Bachelor's degree, or similar qualification in art or design, or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and knowledge. Applicants may be asked to provide a portfolio of original, developmental, and finished work.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5 (no band below 6)
“International learner applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 with no band score lower than 6 (or equivalent including TOEFL).”
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Extracted from the official programme page · last confirmed 7 July 2026 · always confirm details with UCOL — Universal College of Learning before applying.