Qualification

One Academic Year

Level 4 (60 Credits)

Start Dates

Course Fees

Domestic $0.00 NZD

Admission Requirements

You need to be a student from one of Media Design School’s partnership high schools
Apart from that, all you have to do is let your school know you’re interested in enrolling, so they can send us your verified ID and a copy of your most recent end of year report.

Portfolio Requirements

N/A

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The backbone of the modern online and multimedia landscape

The NZQA Level 4 Certificate in Digital Media and Design (DMD) is your launchpad into the digital universe. Tailored to those with basic to intermediate digital skills, this course equips you with foundational skills and hands-on experience vital for a career in the digital creative industry.

Digital Media and Design encompasses a wide range of visual and interactive elements, including graphic design, animation, and more. During your studies, you’ll focus on crafting aesthetically pleasing and functional digital products, considering user experience and interface, along with content and channels used to share information online.

What is P-TECH?

P-TECH is a public education model designed by educators and the private sector to address the STEM skills gap. In New Zealand, P-TECH students complete a free programme that combines high school, tertiary university education, and tech workplace experience.

Upon completing the programme, you will have both your NCEA qualifications, and a New Zealand Diploma aligned to industry needs. Successful graduates of the P-TECH programme typically earn first-in-line consideration at affiliated industry partners when applying for jobs.

What you'll cover in this course

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

Apply professional practices and creative processes of discovery, conceptualisation, review, iteration, prototyping and presentation to design digital solutions in response to a project brief
Apply a range of technical skills and technologies to extend capabilities to design, produce and present digital media creative work.
Apply knowledge of the elements and principles of digital media design practice to evaluate the quality of design solutions.

Component Name	Credits	Toggle
Graphic Design	15
Transform into a graphic design expert! Comprehend colour theory, design principles, typography, and layout techniques. Learn to use industry-standard tools like Adobe Illustrator and InDesign. Acquire skills beyond the classroom like project management and problem-solving. By the end, you'll not just be a proficient Graphic Designer but also be well-prepared for higher education and a successful career in the field. Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a range of professional and creative processes from discovery and conceptualisation, in response to solving a design problem. 2. Using a series of technical skills and technologies, create a final digital media creative work. 3. Justify the elements and principles of design in response to a brief Level 4 DM100

Web Design	15
Master the art of web design! Delve into design principles, front-end web design, mark-up language, creative processes, and responsive design principles. Familiarise yourself with industry-standard software like Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. Develop skills beyond web design, including efficient project management. Enhance your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Improve your language and number skills with basic web markup language. Grasp the workings of the professional world, from work ethics to legal responsibilities. You'll leave with a toolkit of skills that set you apart in the web design game. Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a range of professional and creative processes from review and iteration, in response to solving a design problem. 2. Make use of a series of technical skills and technologies, to design digital media creative work. 3. Develop a presentation using a range of professional and creative processes in response to solving a design problem Level 4 DM200

Motion Design	15
Hone your motion graphics skills! Learn everything from planning and creating to polishing - the stages that breathe life into motion. Get comfortable with industry-standard tools like Adobe Effects and Media Encoder. Develop skills that go beyond motion graphics, focusing on project management and meeting deadlines like a pro. Strengthen your problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Boost your media and design literacy and even sharpen your numeracy skills. Immerse yourself in the professional world, learning the ropes from pre-production to production and post-production like a pro. By the time you're done, you won't just be a motion graphics whiz; you'll be a pro at handling the entire creative process. Ready to make things move? Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a range of professional and creative processes from review and iteration, in response to solving a design problem. 2. Make use of a series of technical skills and technologies, to design digital media creative work. 3. Using a series of technical skills and technologies, create a final digital media creative work. Level 4 DM300

Portfolio Design	15
Master the art of Portfolio Design! Understand design fundamentals, marketing yourself, and how to reach your audience. Showcase your skills through various practical assessments. Get comfortable with top-notch tools like Adobe InDesign. Develop skills that go beyond the portfolio - project and time management, understanding your audience, and getting a grip on industry know-how. Strengthen your critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Enhance your media and design literacy. Dive into the professional realm, learning how to approach your work like a pro and communicate effectively. When you finish, you won't just have a stunning portfolio; you'll be a pro at handling every aspect of design and self-promotion. Ready to make your mark? Learning Outcomes 1. Develop a range of professional and creative processes from discovery and conceptualisation, in response to solving a design problem. 2. Using a series of technical skills and technologies, present digital media creative work. 3. Experiment with the elements and principles of design in response to solving a design problem. Level 4 DM400

Schedule

Deadline for applications: 30 January 2024

Start of classes: 14 February 2024

End of classes: 30 October 2024

Classes are on Wednesdays from 9am to 4.30pm at Media Design School’s campus, and punctuality is essential. It is important to note that classes will run during high school holiday periods, excluding the week following the boot camp, to ensure completion before NCEA exams (please refer to P-Tech Digital Media and Design calendar below).

Boot Camp Week: 15 April to 19 April, 9am to 4.30pm

Course Information

Workload Expectations

Attendance

Compulsory Components

Self-Directed Learning

BYOD Requirements

Teaching and Learning

Inclusive Learning

This course is only available to current students from one of our P-Tech partner high schools. Places in the course are limited, but we will endeavour to accommodate as many eligible students as possible.

Entry Requirements

You need to be a student from one of Media Design School’s P-Tech partnership high schools
Apart from that, all you have to do is let your school know you’re interested in enrolling, so they can send us your verified ID and a copy of your most recent end of year report.

If you wish to apply or learn more about the course, you can reach out to your school contacts listed below, or apply directly by completing the online application form.

Mangere College
Nalini Singh
n.singh@mangere.school.nz

Onehunga High School
Kristin Shaw
kshaw@ohs.school.nz