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
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.
Bachelor of Design + Digital Media
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Admission requirements
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.
Rob Mills is a design thinker, educator, and creative freelancer with a Master’s degree in Digi ...
Rebecca Steedman is a design educator, designer, and artist with over 12 years of educational exp ...
Becky’s experience ranges in the fields of digital media, marketing, and videography. She holds ...
Chris has over 36 years of commercial experience in the creative industry. Including 30 years as ...
Dr. Mark Bradford has a PhD (Business, Massey University), MFA (Intermedia, RMIT University) and ...
Roman is an artist and full-stack developer with a long-standing involvement in the arts and cult ...
