Bachelor of Design - Visual Communication Design (Honours)

Visual communication is one of the most universal forms of design. It is at the heart of how our world works; guiding, informing, persuading, and inspiring us every day. The world is undergoing a radical shift in how people communicate, work and share ideas. More people can share more ideas in more ways than ever before - photos, video, animations, tweets, graphics and experiences. We can connect with people across countries, languages and cultures. People can interact with governments and corporations in new ways, while they are using the same tools to try to influence us.Visual communication design (VCD) offers huge scope and flexibility. At Massey, we teach a diverse range of media, like print, web and video, and give you the chance to try all of them. Within VCD you can explore and specialise in print, typographic and editorial design, information and graphic design, web, interaction and service design, and illustration and branding. You’ll learn to solve complex design problems. You’ll follow your interests and aspirations by developing a higher level of expertise in a specific area.We set you up for the real world, where you’ll work collaboratively, adapt to new ideas and technologies, and turn your hand to whatever needs to be done.

We offer short English language courses such as the English for Academic Purposes (EAP) course IELTS tests and preparation courses and Occupational English Tests. To study at Massey as an international student you will need to meet certain entry requirements. These include English language skills and a qualification from high school or other university. We recognise these English language examinations International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic scores only Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Cambridge English Qualifications NZCEL Pearson Test of English (Academic) Language Cert. Your test results (scores) are valid for two years from the date on which you took the test. If you have taken a test other than the English language examinations listed above include it with your Application for Admission as an International Student. It might be considered.UG - Academic IELTS - 6.0 overall and minimum 5.5 in each band TOEFL IBT Overall score 80 minimum 19 in writing TOEFL Paper Based 160.