At-a-glance

Name: Master of Design

Abbreviation: MDes

Duration: 3 trimesters

Duration 3 trimesters of full-time study or normally 6 if studied part - time

Schedule: Self-directed with some supervision 

Intensity: Part time and full time

Type: Coursework and Significant Research significant research 

Study at: On-campus (Te Aro, Wellington)

Complete: 120 points (1 coursescourse)

Entry: Bachelor's or Hounours degree in Design or Design with HonoursDesig, with a B average

Start: Trimester 1 or 2

Apply by: Standard trimester dates

Costs: From database for international only at this stage

Impact of previous university study in same subject: Requires

Entry requirements

To be accepted into this programme you'll need:

• A Bachelor of Design or a Bachelor of Design with Honours and
• Acceptance To be accepted by the relevant Head head of School school as capable of proceeding with the proposed course of study.

Programme requirements

Complete at least 120 points.

Complete either DESN 591 or DESN 592.

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Important information

• If you want to enrol in this programme but don't meet some the entry requirements, you should contact the Programme Director or Administrator programme director to discuss your options.
• The academic Calendar is the authoritative source of programme and course information.

Programme requirements

For this programme you’ll need to:

Complete 120 points—either DESN 591 or DESN 592