Design
A course by
Wintec
A three-year bachelor degree with endorsements in Visual Communication or Spatial Design. Develop creativity and innovation to solve real-world challenges for brands and organisations with a strong industry focus.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 3 years
This course requires 40 hours per week

Students will learn to create and deliver professional standard designs for digital, print, and spatial projects, with a strong foundation in both theory and practical application.

Graduates will be able to understand and critique arts and cultural issues relevant to design, and incorporate this awareness into their work.

The Bachelor of Design at Wintec allows students to develop their creativity and innovation skills in two majors: Visual Communication (graphic design) and Spatial Design (interior design). The degree blends project-based learning, design studios, and industry internships, preparing graduates to tackle challenges in branding, digital design, and the built environment. Students gain practical experience through studio projects, 'project zones', and real-world industry partnership modules, culminating in a major internship and capstone projects in the third year.
What you need to know first

Creative Industries
Design
Media
Architecture and Interior Design

Graphic designer
Illustrator
Design
A course by
Wintec
A three-year bachelor degree with endorsements in Visual Communication or Spatial Design. Develop creativity and innovation to solve real-world challenges for brands and organisations with a strong industry focus.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton City Campus, Hamilton
It will take a total of 3 years
This course requires 40 hours per week

Students will learn to create and deliver professional standard designs for digital, print, and spatial projects, with a strong foundation in both theory and practical application.

Graduates will be able to understand and critique arts and cultural issues relevant to design, and incorporate this awareness into their work.

The Bachelor of Design at Wintec allows students to develop their creativity and innovation skills in two majors: Visual Communication (graphic design) and Spatial Design (interior design). The degree blends project-based learning, design studios, and industry internships, preparing graduates to tackle challenges in branding, digital design, and the built environment. Students gain practical experience through studio projects, 'project zones', and real-world industry partnership modules, culminating in a major internship and capstone projects in the third year.
What you need to know first

Creative Industries
Design
Media
Architecture and Interior Design

Graphic designer
Illustrator
Students engage in cross-disciplinary projects and collaborative 'project zones', gaining experience working as part of a creative team.
NCEA Level 3 comprised of 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in three approved subjects (including a language rich subject), literacy (10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above), numeracy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above)
OR a relevant level 4 qualification OR equivalent
In exceptional cases: 60 credits at NCEA Level 2 across four subjects including 12 credits in a language rich subject (or equivalent)
Portfolio submission may be required if entry criteria are not met
Applicants with English as a second language: IELTS score of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5, or equivalent
Motion graphics specialist
Art director
Content designer
Product and brand designer
Logo designer
Residential interior designer
Commercial spatial designer
Kitchen and bathroom designer
Furniture and fitting specialist
Lighting designer and specifier
Product designer
Colour consultant
Students engage in cross-disciplinary projects and collaborative 'project zones', gaining experience working as part of a creative team.
NCEA Level 3 comprised of 60 credits at NCEA Level 3 or above and 20 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above, including 14 credits at NCEA Level 3 in three approved subjects (including a language rich subject), literacy (10 credits at NCEA Level 2 or above), numeracy (10 credits at NCEA Level 1 or above)
OR a relevant level 4 qualification OR equivalent
In exceptional cases: 60 credits at NCEA Level 2 across four subjects including 12 credits in a language rich subject (or equivalent)
Portfolio submission may be required if entry criteria are not met
Applicants with English as a second language: IELTS score of 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5, or equivalent
Motion graphics specialist
Art director
Content designer
Product and brand designer
Logo designer
Residential interior designer
Commercial spatial designer
Kitchen and bathroom designer
Furniture and fitting specialist
Lighting designer and specifier
Product designer
Colour consultant