The Postgraduate Diploma in Design (PGDipDes) at Massey University is your opportunity to advance your creative practice and engage with contemporary design theory and research methodologies. This programme is ideal for those seeking to deepen their understanding of design's role in addressing complex challenges, whether in industrial design, fashion, visual communication, or other specialised fields. You will explore advanced concepts in creative leadership, exhibition, and research, preparing you for sophisticated postgraduate study or professional roles that demand innovative thinking and strategic application of design principles.
Delivered full-time on campus over one year, your PGDipDes journey will involve intensive studio work, critical engagement with research methods, and the development of a significant independent research project. You will choose from a range of specialised studio options, such as Industrial Design Research Project or Visual Communication Design Research Project, and core courses that foster creative exposition and leadership. Upon completion, you will graduate with enhanced research capabilities and a portfolio demonstrating your advanced design expertise, ready for further postgraduate study or impactful careers in the design industry.