Diploma in Design Tītohu mō te Hoahoa
An introductory diploma offering key knowledge, skills, and methods across different areas of design. Prepares students for further study in design and creative disciplines.
NZ$9,412
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop foundational design skills
Gain key knowledge and skills in design methods, processes, creative practice and theory applicable across multiple design fields.
Strengthen academic and communication abilities
Build critical thinking, academic writing, communication, and problem-solving abilities to support further tertiary study.
About This Course
Our Diploma in Design Tītohu mō te Hoahoa is designed for those passionate about design or seeking a pathway into further university study. Students undertake the same courses as AUT's first-year Bachelor of Design, building skills in design methods, theory, communication, creative business, and related fields. The supportive curriculum helps develop academic writing, communication, and problem-solving abilities—preparing students to progress into Year 2 of the Bachelor of Design or continue exploring specialisations such as animation, fashion, communication, spatial, industrial or interaction design. The diploma can be completed in one year full-time or part-time.
Course Content
- Introduction to Design Practice
- Making and Media
- Collaborative Practices (Mahitahi)
- Animation, Visual Effects and Game Design Practice
- Fashion Design Practice
- Communication Design Practice
- Interaction Design Practice
- Industrial Design Practice
- Spatial Design Practice
- The Fundamentals of Filmmaking
- Introduction to Creative Business
- Introduction to Social and Environmental Justice
- Digital Fabrication: 2D to 3D
- Site-Related Practices
- Pattern Systems
- The Image
- Experimental Surface Design
- Introduction to Drawing, Motion and Animation
- Introduction to Extended Reality
- Finding Your Own Voice
- Healthy Futures - Good Health Design
- Motion Capture
- Uni101
Entry Requirements
Build towards these roles
Entry-level or support roles in the design sectorPathway to further study leading to various design careers (e.g. animator, fashion designer, communication designer, industrial designer, spatial designer, interaction designer)
Build skills in these industries
DesignCreative IndustriesArt and Design
