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Higher Certificate in Design – Interdisciplinary Design, NQF 5

The Higher Certificate in Design with a focus on Interdisciplinary Design provides a foundation in the broad principles and practices of design. The programme introduces learners to creative and visual thinking, design thinking and the design process, visual communication methods, professional practice, and the analysis and critique of design solutions. It offers an integrated combination of conceptual and applied skills, preparing learners to become flexible, problem-solving thinkers beyond the boundaries of a single design discipline.

The elective in Interdisciplinary Design equips learners with the fundamental toolkit to develop creative design solutions across multiple fields. From concept to creation, students are introduced to the principles of design, drawing, materials, and manufacturing processes used acrosss discipline. This includes both traditional and emerging technologies such as rapid prototyping, 3D printing, laser cutting, and constructive, subtractive, and additive sculpting methods. Students also acquire the academic reading and writing skills required for further study and graduate with a standalone NQF Level 5 qualification.

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FromR 3 626.00p/m

Campus Locations

Cape TownGreensideMidrandOnline

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Full Time, HybridFull Time, OnlinePart Time, Online

Next Intake Date

15 February '27

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* As per Communique 2 of 2022 from the Council of Higher Education, all programs accredited for contact mode only may be offered in all delivery modes for the 2024 academic year.

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