The Graduate Diploma in Design is an opportunity for people who have already completed a degree to add an additional subject area to their learning.
Specialise in Fashion Design for your Graduate Diploma in Design at Massey
The Graduate Diploma in Design is an opportunity for people who have already completed a degree to add an additional subject area to their learning.
You’ll be studying with other design students in courses at 200, 300 and 400 level across these majors offered in the Bachelor of Design with Honours.
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University.
Massey University entry requirements
Specific requirements
This is a selected entry qualification. This means there are a number of extra requirements you must meet.
To enter the Graduate Diploma in Design you will:
have been awarded or qualified for a bachelor’s degree, or equivalent
demonstrated equivalent practical, professional and/or scholarly experience.
You will also need to provide the following:
a portfolio of work to show you are at the standard necessary to undertake work up to 300-level and beyond
copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
Application closing date
Applications close on 30 November for study commencing the following year.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.
English language skills
If you need help with your English language skills before you start university, see our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) courses.
Can't meet the entry requirements?
If you need to do a course before you start your qualification, there may be options for you in Summer School.
English language courses and tests
Find out about IELTS and other English language tests at Massey. Discover how we can help you improve your English skills, including English language courses you can study with us.
English for Academic Purposes 1
Our English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course will help you to develop the English language and study skills you need at university.
English for Academic Purposes 2
This course is for you if you are preparing to enter university directly, and already have a higher level of English.
General English course
Our General English (GE) course is designed to improve your core skills in reading, writing, listening and speaking.
IELTS testing at Massey
Find out about sitting an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test at Massey.
Occupational English Test (OET)
Occupational English Test (OET) is the English language test for healthcare professionals.
Pearson Test of English Academic
Take the Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic to prove your English ability.
English language requirements
You will need to show evidence of your English language skills if English is not your first language.
The description of your qualification will explain if higher English language requirements than the minimum are needed.
Recognised English language examinations
We recognise these English language examinations:
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) – academic scores only
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Cambridge English Qualifications
NZCEL
Pearson Test of English (Academic)
LanguageCert.
Your test results (scores) are valid for two years from the date on which you took the test.
Literacy requirements
IELTS can't be used as a substitute for any literacy requirement that your qualification asks for. It may be required for qualifications that have specific English language requirements, which will be outlined in the qualification description.
Toi Rauwhārangi is Massey University's College of Creative Arts, based in Wellington, New Zealand.
We offer internationally acclaimed degrees in Design, Māori Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Commercial Music and Screen Arts.
We provide an inspiring learning environment and a supportive and professional faculty that will give you the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in all creative industries.
With an excellent reputation for innovative creative arts research and practice, Toi Rauwhārangi is New Zealand's oldest and most comprehensive creative arts school.
The values we share
Creativity
Showing creativity in thinking, making and doing (being original, adaptable and risk-taking).
Virtuosity
Demonstrating meaningfulness and expertise in the making of things, through materials, processes and ideas (technique, fluency, flair).
Understanding
Showing a critical understanding of the context, process and effects of what is made (awareness, sensitivity, judgement).
Autonomy
Acting and thinking independently (being curious and responsible).
Connectedness
Communicating and connecting with others (collaborating, sharing, being professional).
We're known for being outstanding
Our study programmes let you work across discipline areas, collaborate with other students and connect with leaders in the industry.
Toi Rauwhārangi lecturers are active in their own creative arts research and practice, so you'll be taught by leading artists, performers, designers, and industry experts.
Take advantage of their connections with industry—companies like Weta Workshop and Ducati—so you can see how creative arts meets the real world and get a taste for life in a creative profession.
Our History
1886
Arthur Riley establishes New Zealand's first School of Design.
1905
Riley's School of Design becomes the Wellington Technical College, New Zealand's first coeducational multi-purpose day school.
1962
Wellington Technical College splits into Wellington High School and Wellington Polytechnic, with the School of Design remaining its major component.
1999
Wellington Polytechnic merges with Massey University. The College of Design, Fine Arts and Music is established to offer degree programmes in fine art, photography, design, and also music from the Conservatorium of Music.
2014
Toi Atea: Māori art and design, visual and material culture is added.
2015
Following the agreed transfer of the New Zealand School of Music (Classical and Jazz) to Victoria University of Wellington, Massey establishes Te Rewa o Puanga School of Music and Creative Media Production, offering new degrees in popular music and digital media production.
Industry partners
We partner with some of the best local and global companies. At the College of Creative Arts you'll get real life experience, work with clients, and learn from the best in the industry.
Our students and academics are known for making great work and winning awards and competitions worldwide.
Ka Mua, Ka Muri
mural by Xoë Hall
In March 2020 Toi Rauwhārangi College of Creative Arts commissioned a street mural by Xoë Hall (Kai Tahu), with a brief to embody the creativity that lives here on the Pukeahu campus.
Study fashion design, and develop a strong conceptual design style and practical design skills – from drawing and pattern cutting to understanding the business of fashion. Access world-class facilities and make industry connections.
The Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design programme addresses the belief that if we care for the land and the people, we ensure our stakeholders are better stewards of the planet and are more responsible towards ensuring a sustainable and progressive future for the fashion industry.
Fashion design is entering a new era. This shift is being driven by technological advances such as smart textiles, digital fabrication, embedded electronics, and intelligent, networked wearables. From lifestyle applications to medical uses, clothing can improve people’s lives.
This programme will introduce you to the bigger picture of the fashion industry and how it operates both locally and globally. The programme will have ‘real life’ opportunities with projects from the community and fashion industry.
Become a skilled, industry-ready fashion professional with this globally recognised degree. You’ll develop your individual style and identity as a designer and prepare for the realities of the fashion world. Sewing skills aren't essential as long as you're into fashion and creativity,
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