Programme details
The Postgraduate Certificate in Product Design combines practical and theoretical education in the creation of product concepts tailored for home, business, and commercial sectors. At the University of Canterbury, you will have access to state-of-the-art product design facilities, including 3D printing labs, specialized laboratories, and an AR/VR gaming lounge, allowing you to develop your own products during your academic journey.
This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
This course qualifies for 3 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.
Graduates of our Product Design program will secure employment in sectors that require expertise in customer engagement, product design and evaluation, as well as advertising.
These opportunities may encompass positions in marketing consultancy firms, educational and training organizations, governmental agencies, regulatory bodies, quality assurance (QA) testing, and various businesses.
Admission to the Postgraduate Certificate in Product Design necessitates a relevant design-related degree, such as a Bachelor of Product Design, accompanied by a B Grade Point Average in 300-level courses, or other qualifications deemed to be of equivalent standard.
If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:
International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)
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