Minimum entry requirements are:
The Bachelor of Design (discipline endorsed) Level 7 OR an equivalent qualification at bachelor level or above. Please send us certified copies of your undergraduate degree transcript and other relevant qualifications.
A physical or digital portfolio which demonstrates a depth of engagement with creative work relevant to your field.
International applicants must demonstrate that they have equivalent experience/qualifications as domestic applicants.
If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in any band.
OET: Minimum of Grade C+ or 300 in all sub tests
TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT): Score of 79 (with a writing score of 21)
Cambridge English Qualifications: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a score of 176. No less than 169 in each skill;
PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no band score lower than 50
Language Certificate: C1 Expert IESOL (LRW) with HIGH PASS and no less than 25/50 in each skill or C2 Mastery IESOL (LRW) with PASS and no less than 25/50 Pass in each skill
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By 31 January
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Otago Polytechnic. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.