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Course details

New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design (Residential)
NZQF Level 5

About the course

Discover your future as an interior designer.

The New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design, Residential will provide you with a comprehensive foundation in interior design with a specific focus on skills and industry knowledge required in the development and communication of interior design solutions for residential spaces.

Career pathways could include professional residential décor/design consultant, a design stylist or project coordinator, a consultant in specialist trade showrooms and design stores, a consultant in kitchen and bathroom design, the New Zealand Diploma in Interior Design, Residential could also offer the opportunity to start your own business.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

  • NCEA Level 2

OR

  • Equivalent academic achievement

Alternative requirements

Applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic entry requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry by the Curriculum Manager (or delegate).

English language requirements

If English is not the applicant’s first language, applicants will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Table(external link):

  • IELTS 5.5 Academic (no lower than 5.0 in each band),

Note: Applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills 

About the provider

At NMIT, our goal is to ensure you graduate work-ready and confident in your knowledge and skills to step into a successful career. Our wrap-around support services guide you through the process of learning, teaching you skills for life and ensuring your well-being is supported so you can focus on achieving your goals. 

NMIT strives to make meaningful and positive change to the businesses and members in our community. For nearly 120 years, we have stood strong as a cornerstone for high-quality tertiary education and community engagement Te Tauihu (the Top of the South). 

This means when you join NMIT, you become connected to a network of industry partners and employment opportunities that can open doors for you. Our passionate tutors across multiple study areas are highly regarded and influential in their chosen fields.

Whatever path you wish to pursue, we'll do what we can to help you reach your goal. Our internationally recognised qualifications are yours for the taking, and the journey to get them can be a rewarding and uplifting experience. 

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