Deciding which postgraduate degree is right for you is an important choice.

Faculty of Design coursework programs in Communication Design, Industrial Design, Interior Design, Multimedia Design and Retail Design concentrate on the creative, strategic, technical and management skills needed for career advancement in the design industries. Their flexible entry and exit points meet the needs of designers who wish to advance or re-focus their careers by immersing themselves in the latest design thinking and undertaking more complex design projects. They are also suitable for recent graduates who wish to extend their engagement in design before moving on to industry. The primary activity in each program is design project work conducted under the guidance of designers with current, high-level industry experience. This allows participants to explore individual design strengths and interests while facilitating creative challenge and professional development.

The National Institute for Design Research (NIDR) is committed to researching design as a unique form of human activity. All graduates of a Research Higher Degrees Programs should have the ability to pursue independent research – including abilities in planning, problem solving, decision making and an appreciation of the ethical conduct of research; the ability to assemble, analyse and evaluate existing data and knowledge; a spirit of enquiry and independent thinking; the ability to work to deadlines; mastery of their discipline(s) – generic as well as an in-depth knowledge of their research topic; the ability to work cooperatively and productively in teams – including communication skills; the ability to innovate – seeking new solutions to both new and old problems.

Coursework Programs Learn more about the Postgraduate Coursework programs at the National Institute of Design (NID)

Research Programs Learn more about the Postgraduate Research programs at the National Institute of Design Research (NIDR)