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The Bachelor of Design at Auckland University of Technology is a three-year undergraduate program that provides students with the skills and knowledge to become innovative designers in various fields. The program focuses on developing practical, technical, and creative skills, allowing students to specialize in one of six areas: graphic design, interior design, product design, interactive media, animation, or game design. Students will learn from experienced practitioners and academics, engaging in hands-on projects and real-world briefs. The program also provides opportunities for collaboration with industry partners, ensuring students are prepared for their future careers.
The Bachelor of Design program is designed to meet the needs of the design industry, with a strong focus on practical application and hands-on experience. Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including computer labs, workshops, and software. The program also offers opportunities for internships, study abroad programs, and professional development courses.
Auckland University of Technology is an ideal choice for students pursuing a degree in design due to its strong reputation for producing talented and innovative designers. The university has a vibrant design community, with a range of courses and programs available to support student growth and development. Additionally, Auckland University of Technology's location in Auckland provides access to a thriving creative industry, offering students opportunities for collaboration and networking.
Spatial designers create places for people to live, work, play and imagine. Study the Spatial Design major to prepare for a career designing interiors, furniture, exhibitions, events, outdoor spaces, retail environments, scenes for stage and film, and art installations.
As a spatial design student, you unlock the potential of places by designing spatial environments that support, influence, and transform how we live now and into the future. You’ll learn from an expert team who has been teaching spatial and interior designers for nearly forty years.
In our studios, you’ll work on design briefs across the field of spatial design. We encourage you to find your own voice and respond imaginatively to your place in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland. You test and evolve your ideas through drawings, models, digital simulations and hands-on prototypes, and work with community and industry partners.
Require NCEA level 3 certificate which consists of 80 credits, including at least 60 credits at level 3 or higher. Can include up to 20 credits at level 2.
A minimum of 120 points on the NZ CAIE Tariff¹ at A or AS level from any subjects which are broadly equivalent to the subjects in the NCEA approved subject list.
IB Diploma with minimum 24 points
20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.
Animation, Visual Effects and Game Design
Communication Design
Fashion Design
Industrial Design
Interaction Design
Spatial Design
If you decide to include one or two minors in your degree, you could choose from:
Animated Drawing
Cinematic Arts
Contemporary Pacific
Creative Entrepreneurship
Design for Health
Design for Social and Environmental Justice
Design Thinking
Digital Fabrication
Experimental Surface Design
Extended Reality
In Print: Publishing Practices
Motion Capture
Photographic Practice
Temporary Practices / Temporary Publics
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent.
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