NZ Recommend Majors
Design / Creative Arts
Bachelor of Design
New Zealand design programs are structured to help students quickly adapt to evolving technologies and media platforms while maximizing their technical skills, artistic abilities, and creativity. These programs are offered widely across universities, polytechnics, and private institutions, attracting both local and international students.
Study pathways
Whitecliffe College of Arts & Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts (level7) Fashion Design /Graphic Design – 3 years
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Portfolio submission required
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IELTS overall 6.0 or English pathway programme
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3-year Post-Study Work Visa
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Career pathway: Fashion Designer, Graphic Designer
Yoobee
뉴질랜드 디자인 학과 과정
Diploma in Web Design (level 6) – 3 years
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Portfolio submission required
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IELTS overall 6.0 or English pathway programme
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Employer-Assisted Work Visa
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Career pathway: Web Designer
Auckland University of Technology (AUT)
Bachelor of Design (level 7) – 3 years
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Portfolio submission required
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IELTS overall 6.0 or English pathway programme
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3-year Post-Study Work Visa
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Career pathway: Depending on major – Communication Design, Digital Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, Spatial Design, Textile Design
Victoria University
Bachelor of Media Design (level 7) – 3 years
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IELTS overall 6.0 or English pathway programme
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3-year Post-Study Work Visa
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Career pathway: Depending on major – Communication Design, Digital Design, Fashion Design, Industrial Design, Interaction Design, Spatial Design, Textile Design
Career opportunities
New Zealand’s creative industries, supported by globally recognized film productions such as The Lord of the Rings, continue to grow, generating demand for professional designers across media, entertainment, advertising, and industrial sectors. Graduates can pursue careers in:
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3D Animation
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Graphic Design
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Special Visual Effects
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Game Development
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Advertising and Creative Development
Skilled designers are highly sought after, with opportunities for competitive salaries and favorable employment conditions, both locally and internationally.
