Study Postgraduate Certificate in Product Design at University of Canterbury in New Zealand, Faculty of Engineering

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

The Postgraduate Certificate in Product Design (PGCertProdDesign) offers both practical and theoretical studies in designing product concepts for home, business, and commercial industry use. UC’s dedicated product design facilities, including 3D printing labs, laboratories, and an AR/VR gaming lounge, will give you the opportunity to build your own products during study. Those seeking to learn how to commercialise a product or service idea (design background not required) may want to consider the Postgraduate Certificate in Product Innovation or Master of Product Innovation.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Engineering

Study options

Full Time (6 Months)

Tuition fees

NZ$23,300.00 (US$ 13,899) per year

Start date

July 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Full Time (6 Months)

Tuition fees

NZ$23,300.00 (US$ 13,899) per year

Start date

February 2027

Venue

UC Ilam Campus

20 Kirkwood Avenue,

Upper Riccarton,

Christchurch,

Canterbury,

8041, Canterbury Region, New Zealand

Entry requirements

For international students

Entry to the Postgraduate Certificate in Product Design requires an appropriate design-related degree (eg, the Bachelor of Product Design) with a B Grade Point Average in your 300-level courses, or other qualifications of an equivalent standard.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.