The programme emphasizes critical thinking and technical processes as tools to solve the design inquiry/brief. These are delivered through lectures, demonstrations, individual and peer discussions, and assignments of practical tasks and creative projects, both in class and self-directed learning.
The Certificate in Digital Media and Design is a semester-long programme centered around the introduction to graphic design practice and digital media processes.
The programme focuses on the development of theoretical knowledge and technical skills related to visual communication and drawing techniques and their application within the graphic design space.
Upon the completion of the programme, students will have built foundational skills that can be further developed in Whitecliffe’s degree-level programmes.
July 2025 Intake
21/07/2025
September 2025 Intake
15/09/2025
February 2026 Intake
16/02/2026
18 weeks
Full-time
Auckland City Symonds Street Campus
Manukau Campus
Wellington Campus
Fees free may apply
All 2025 fees are subject to change and regulatory approval.
Domestic: $3,957 + $150 Student Services Levy
International: $12,000 + $150 Student Services Levy
Further study options:
Level 4 Certificate in Fine Arts
Level 7 Bachelor of Design + Digital Media
Level 7 Bachelor of Fine Arts (Fine Arts / Photo Media)
Certificate in Digital Media + Design
NZQA Level 4 (60 Credits)
Graduates will gain skills and knowledge to fill junior roles in creative and/ or arts industries.
Master of Creative Enterprise and Innovation
“This course is serving me a great deal because I’ve always been a creative and critical thinker but I didn’t know what to do with it. I’m thrilled for the direct ...
Certificate in Digital Media + Design
Nico has developed a soft, watercolor-like style with delicate lines and subtle shading through his artistic process. He uses a Wacom tablet and Photoshop to bring his il ...
Georgia Johnstone
Applicants must
International applicants must
The vast majority of our team have extensive experience within their respective industries. This is key in helping us ensure our graduates have the real-world skills they need for a successful career and bright future.
Rebecca Steedman is a design educator, designer, and artist with over 12 years of educational exp ...
Rob Mills is a design thinker, educator, and creative freelancer with a Master’s degree in Digi ...
Roman is an artist and full-stack developer with a long-standing involvement in the arts and cult ...
Uelese is a graduate of the Whitecliffe School of Fine Arts and is teaching the Certificate of Di ...
Becky’s experience ranges in the fields of digital media, marketing, and videography. She holds ...
