Bachelor of Design
Design
A course by
University of Waikato
A creative, tech-driven degree exploring communication, industrial, interface, and media design for diverse industries and platforms.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hamilton, Hamilton
It will take a total of 3 years
Core skills this course teaches
Broad understanding of the design industry
Graduates will understand the roles, contexts, and practices prevalent in the design industry, both locally and globally.
Apply design knowledge to real-world projects
Ability to use design skills and methods for real project-based outcomes, including problem-solving and innovation.
Human-centered design
Deep comprehension of human needs, user perspectives, and the ability to develop design solutions for users.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Design at the University of Waikato blends creative, analytical, and technological skills. Students learn about human-centered design, design theory, prototyping, and evaluating solutions for real-world needs. The program emphasizes industry connection, practical experience, digital technology, and critical thinking. Graduates are prepared for careers in communication design, industrial design, interface (UX/UI) design, and media design, with opportunities for further study at postgraduate level.
Course Content
- Introduction to Communication Design Production (DSIGN125)
- Design History (DSIGN151)
- Fundamental Skills for Media and Creative Industries (COMMS100)
- Introduction to Programming (COMPX101)
- Introduction to Industrial Design Production (DSIGN126)
- Introduction to the Web (DSIGN161)
- Foundations of Engineering (ENGEN180)
- Film Production 1: Telling Stories (MEDIA102)
- Cultural Perspectives for Design (DSIGN252)
- Design Thinking (DSIGN271)
- Work-Integrated Learning/Internships (DSIGN350, DSIGN397, DSIGN398)
- Elective subjects
- Industry-standard software and digital technology
- Major and minor options in Communication Design, Industrial Design, Interface Design, Media Design
What you need to know first
University Entrance or its equivalent
Recommended: NCEA credits in Art (Design, Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Printmaking) or Graphic Design
Good standard of English
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Design
Digital Media
UX/UI
Media Production
Interactive Media
Future employment opportunities might be
Design companies
Games industry
Interactive media design industries
Mobile design and UX/UI
Post-production companies
Television graphics
Web design and development