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  • Victoria University of Wellington

    Victoria University of Wellington

    Study Design at an advanced level to upgrade your skills and expand your Bachelor's degree.

  • Victoria University of Wellington

    Victoria University of Wellington

    Master of Design Technology

    Masters (Coursework)

    Further your skills in digital technologies so you can tell stories with visual effects (VFX), gaming, animation, or extended reality (XR).

  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Are you interested in a career as an Automotive Electrical Engineer? Technology and electronics in the automotive industry are fast developing and growing, meaning skilled Automotive Electricians are highly desirable. If you're working in the industry, this programme is for you.

    Entry Requirements

    For this programme, you'll need one of the following:

    1. Completed the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3); or

    2. Demonstrate the equivalent skills and must be working on approved automotive premises. Find out more about work placement learning here.

    3. If English is not your first language, you need one or more of the following:

    • Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University Entrance
    • Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
    • Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

    Don't meet the requirements? We also accept:

    • Be 20 years or older before the start of the programme
    • Provide sufficient evidence of aptitude, appropriate work, or other life experience as approved by the Academic Leader
    • Entry by Discretionary Admission

    For more information, download the programme regulations:

    Programme Regulations

  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Are you interested in a career as a Light Automotive Engineer? Technology in the automotive industry is fast developing and growing, meaning skilled Automotive Engineers are in high demand. If you're working in the industry, this programme is for you.

    Entry Requirements

    For this programme, you will need the following:

    1. Completed the New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Engineering (Level 3); or

    2. Demonstrate the equivalent skills and you must be an apprentice electrical mechanic or working in an approved automotive premises. Find out more about automotive work placement learning here

    3. If English is not your first language, you need one or more of the following:

    • Have achieved NCEA Level 3 and New Zealand University Entrance
    • Be able to provide evidence you satisfy our criteria for existing English proficiency
    • Have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years

    Don't have NCEA? We also accept:

    • Be 20 years or older before the start of the programme
    • Provide sufficient evidence of aptitude, appropriate work or other life experience as approved by the Academic Leader
    • Entry by Discretionary Admission

    For more information download the programme regulations:

    Programme Regulations

  • Unitec Institute of Technology

    Unitec Institute of Technology

    Do you have a passion for cars or trucks and want to work in the automotive industry? This is the programme to start your automotive engineering career, and you can study while you are working.

    Entry Requirements

    What you will need to study this programme.


    Domestic students Academic requirements

    You must be at least 16 years of age on the date of the programme's commencement for the semester, and you'll need to:

    • NCEA Level 1 in Mathematics, English, and Physics or General Science; Or
    • Equivalent.
    • And have the necessary English language proficiency, a minimum of NCEA (Level 1) English or have achieved at least one English proficiency outcome in the last two years.

    Don't meet these Academic requirements?

    • If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes can help you qualify.
    • You may also be eligible for special or discretionary admission.

    Simply apply online, and we'll be in touch about your next steps.

    For more information download the full programme regulations, click here to download


    International students Academic requirements

    As a part of this requirement, you must meet at least 16 years of age and meet one of the below;

    • All applicants must be at least 16 years of age when they begin their studies, and they should meet the country-specific admission requirement;
    • And English entry requirements;
      • If English is not your first language, you will also need at least one of the following qualifications:
        • Evidence of an overall IELTS (General or Academic) band score of at least 5 in each band; Or
        • Equivalent described in NZQA Rules and on the Unitec English Language Requirements for International Students

    Don't meet these Academic requirements?

    If you don't meet the academic criteria, our Bridging Education Programmes and a range of English Language programmes can help you qualify.

    For more information download the full programme regulations, click here to download

    Programme Regulations

  • Massey University

    Massey University

    The Certificate in Visual Arts is made up of four courses from the first year of our Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Design, Bachelor of Creative Media Production and Bachelor of Maori Visual Arts programmes.

    Entry Requirements

    There are no specific entry requirements for this programme, outside of university admission regulations. No portfolio is required.

  • Massey University

    Massey University

    It's a flexible programme of study with lots of choice. You'll be introduced to the basics of art and design: creative thinking visual communication specialist skills critical awareness. No portfolio is required, just passion.

    Entry Requirements

    There are no specific entry requirements for this programme, outside of university admission regulations. No portfolio is required.

  • Massey University

    Massey University

    The Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism is based on leading overseas journalism qualifications. It is for those with no journalism experience who wish to enter the industry, or those with some experience who wish to develop specialist knowledge.

    Entry Requirements

    To enter the Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism you will:

    • have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor's degree or equivalent, with at least a B- grade average in the 300-level majoring courses or equivalent

    You will need to provide verified copies of all academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.

  • Massey University

    Massey University

    The Graduate Diploma in Journalism enables you to study another subject without completing a second bachelor's degree. The graduate diploma is a bridging tool to gain the equivalent of an undergraduate major in a specific area so you can go on to postgraduate study.

    Entry Requirements

    To enter the Graduate Diploma in Journalism you will:

    • have been awarded or qualified for an undergraduate degree or an equivalent qualification, or
    • have been admitted to the qualification on the basis of equivalent relevant professional experience.

    To ensure this qualification is right for you, you will be required to submit a short personal statement detailing why you wish to study this qualification and your relevant industry experience (if any).

    If you already have an undergraduate degree, you are strongly advised to consider doing the Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism.

  • Auckland University of Technology

    Auckland University of Technology

    Love design but not ready for a bachelor's degree? With the one-year Tītohu mo te Hoahoa - Diploma in Design you gain knowledge and skills in design.

    Entry Requirements

    • University Entrance OR
    • 42 NCEA credits at Level 3, including UE literacy and numeracy, with:
      • 10 credits in each of 3 approved subjects, OR
      • 12 credits in each of 2 approved subjects and 14 credits across 2 further subjects.
  • Victoria University of Wellington

    Victoria University of Wellington

    Master of Design Innovation

    Masters (Coursework)

    Expand on your Bachelor's degree and get a head start in your career with advanced study and research in design.

  • Auckland University of Technology

    Auckland University of Technology

    Master of Visual Arts

    Masters (Coursework)

    Interested in postgraduate study in visual arts? The Master of Visual Arts is an interdisciplinary research degree for creative professionals.

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum entry requirements
    • Bachelor of Visual Arts or equivalent with a B grade average or higher in the courses at level 7 or above
    • In exceptional circumstances, an applicant who does not meet the requirements above, but who has an appropriate combination of academic and professional experience may be considered for admission

    International student entry requirements

    Other requirements
    • Applicants may be required to submit a portfolio of work and attend a selection interview

    Admission is based on the submission of a proposal outlining the territory of exploration, and the nature of the project to be undertaken by the applicant. It is useful and usual for potential applicants to make an appointment to discuss their interests, before submitting their proposal.

    English language requirements
    • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

    English language requirements

    Download application documents
  • University of Waikato

    University of Waikato

    Master of Professional Writing

    Masters (Coursework)

    The only one of its kind in New Zealand, Waikato's Master of Professional Writing offers a research-led, strongly practice-based qualification in professional and creative writing.

    Entry Requirements

    Expand to read entry requirements

  • University of Auckland

    University of Auckland

    Master of Creative Writing

    Masters (Coursework)

    The MCW is for writers working on a large-scale creative writing project: a novel, short story collection, full-length work of creative nonfiction, or poetry collection. The programme is convened by the award-winning fiction writer and essayist Paula Morris.

  • Auckland University of Technology

    Auckland University of Technology

    Master of Design degree

    Masters (Coursework)

    The Master of Design is a postgraduate design degree that advances your design expertise and empowers your decision-making.

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum entry requirements
    • Bachelor of Design or equivalent with a B grade average or higher in the courses at level 7 or above
    • In exceptional circumstances, an applicant who does not meet the requirements above, but who has an appropriate combination of academic and professional experience may be considered for admission*

    International student entry requirements

    *Subject to CUAP approval

    Other requirements
    • Applicants may be required to submit a portfolio of work and attend a selection interview
    English language requirements
    • IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall with all bands 6.0 or higher; or equivalent

    English language requirements

    Download application documents
  • Auckland University of Technology

    Auckland University of Technology

    Want a career in design? Te Tohu Paetahi mo te Hoahoa - Bachelor of Design will help you turn your creative ideas into reality in a studio-based environment with excellent facilities.

    Entry Requirements

    • University Entrance
    • Portfolio of creative and design work

    Portfolio guidelines: Applying to study art and design

    International student entry requirements

  • Victoria University of Wellington

    Victoria University of Wellington

    If you love good design-whether it be of objects, computer graphics, systems, or experiences-and want to learn from a leading-edge university, then this is the right degree for you.

    Entry Requirements

    University Entrance or alternative admission type.Achieve the International Baccalaureate Diploma, or three GCE Advanced Level passes at C grade, or equivalent.