Advanced Diploma of Product Design &Development
- Centennial College
- Product Design &Development
- Advance Diploma
- Arts & Humanities
- College
- Canada
The Advanced Diploma of Product Design & Development teaches students to handle product creation activities through the entire process, from initial concepts to market entry and distribution. The Arts and Humanities sub-discipline teaches students how to ideate products using design thinking and then prototypes them before establishing manufacturing processes to develop market-ready products. This course is essential because it develops the creativity and problem-solving abilities needed for modern market competition. Through its professional training program, the program creates industry-shaping advancements in technology, which combine to build consumer experiences that drive economic innovation for global industry development.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Time | Both full-time and part-time options |
| Campus | Story Arts Centre |
| Duration | 3 |
| Deadline-Date | March, |
| Fee Per Year | 16164 |
| Application Fee | 125 |
| Currency | cad |
| Intake Link | |
| Deadline Link | https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/cba?collegeCode=CENT&programCode=3125 |
| Intakes | Jul, Aug, Sep |
| Program language requirement | "CAEL-CE and CAEL-Online: Writing score 60, Overall 60, Overall 60. TOEFL 550 80+ on paper, with a minimum of 20 for the online exam570 paper-based test; the minimum score of 21 on the online version is 84+. Michigan Test of English (MET) 56-57 58-60. IELTS Academic 6.0, no band score below 5.5, no band score below 6.5, no score below 6.0. Academic English Pearson Test 51+ 58+. 3.7+ 3.9+ on the International Test of English Proficiency (iTEP). Tests of Proficiency (CPE), Advanced (CAE), and First (FCE) in Cambridge English: 167-169 170-179. Academic Language Certificate 65-69. No one skill score that falls between 60 and 70–74. No single skill score was lower than 65. Duolingo 105–114 125+." |
Who can Choose this program?
High School Diploma: Generally speaking, one must have a secondary school diploma or its equivalent. Design, physics, and maths courses are helpful.
Additional Information
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scope of the program | Centennial College's Advanced Diploma in Product Design and Development is a thorough program that prepares students for the fast-paced world of product design. The entire product development lifecycle—from conception and design to prototyping, testing, and production—is highlighted in this curriculum. Students learn about materials, production procedures, and project management and become proficient users of sophisticated design software like CAD. The program is meant to encourage innovation and the development of products that address market demands by fostering technical proficiency, practical problem-solving skills, and creativity in graduates. The breadth of this advanced diploma is growing in Pakistan as the nation places a greater emphasis on innovation and economic progress. The manufacturing industry in Pakistan, which produces electronics, consumer goods, automobiles, and textiles, is moving toward more advanced methods for designing and developing new products. Employers are searching for qualified individuals who can provide competitive, superior products for both domestic and foreign markets. Graduates can boost Pakistan's industrial skills by finding positions in design firms, manufacturing corporations, and research and development departments. The Advanced Diploma in Product Design and Development has a broad and promising international reach. Innovative product designers who can spearhead the development of new products and introduce inventive solutions to the market are in constant demand in industrialized nations. Graduates can work in various industries, including furniture design, consumer electronics, automotive, aerospace, and medical devices. The ability to blend functional engineering with beautiful design is widely valued worldwide, making graduates of this degree in great demand. There are plenty of prospects for talented product designers in nations like Germany, Japan, Canada, and the United States, which are renowned for their thriving manufacturing and design industries. |
| Program entry requirement | English: Grade 12 English (C or U), or equivalent. Mathematics: Grade 11 or 12 Mathematics (C, M, or U), or equivalent. |
| Required GPA | 2.5GPA |
| GRE Required | N/A |
| GMAT Required | N/A |
| Application Process | 1. Register for an Online Application: To start your application, create an account on the university’s application portal. This will give you access to the online application form. 2. Start the Application Process: Once registered, start filling out the online application form. The process is simple. 3. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the form with proper and complete information about your academic background, personal details, and program preferences. This will help them to better understand your qualifications. 4. Upload Required Documents: Use the portal to submit the necessary documents online, which may include: • Official Transcripts: Submit official transcripts from any institutions you have attended. • Standardized Test Scores: If applicable, upload your English language test score reports. • CV or Resume: Provide an up-to-date CV or resume that highlights your educational and professional experience. • Statement of Purpose: Write a statement detailing your goals for the program, research interests, and reasons for applying. • Letters of Recommendation: Arrange for two recommenders to submit letters of recommendation through the portal, based on their knowledge of your academic capabilities. |
| Available Scholarships | |
| Program accreditation | N/A |
| Living expenses | Student residences: 250 – 625 CAD/month. University-arranged homestays: 400 – 800 CAD/month. Rent & share an apartment: 300 – 700 CAD/month, prices for rent depend on location and facilities. If you choose to rent a studio/one-room apartment, you can pay over 1,000 CAD/month. |
| Visa Process Details | "1. Completed application form (IMM 1294). 2. Acceptance letter from the university. 3. Proof of funds showing you can cover your living expenses and tuition fees. 4. Bank statements. 5. Educational documents or evidence of sponsorship (if applicable). 6. Medical examination report from a doctor authorized by immigration. 7. Police clearance certificates from your country of birth and from any other countries where you have lived for six months or more in the past five years. 8. Passport-sized photographs. 9. Payment for the study permit application fee (currently 150 CAD). 10. Custodian Declaration (IMM 5646) (if applicable), required if you are a minor, must be signed by your custodian in Canada. " |
| Part timework | Entirely: During planned school breaks, such as the summer or winter holidays, international students studying in Canada are frequently permitted to work entirely. Under 20 Hours (With Possible Exceptions): International students may only be able to work part-time for up to 20 hours a week during ordinary semesters. But, according to your program or any particular work visa you may be eligible for, there might be an exception. |
| Post-study work opportunity | Canada's Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program: After completing their studies, qualifying international graduates are permitted to work in Canada for a maximum of three years under the terms of this government-mandated scheme. To be eligible, your course of study must be from an approved educational institution, and you must apply for the PGWP as soon as you graduate. Even though NPU might not be on the list of approved universities, you should consider returning to Canada to finish your undergraduate degree or enrolling in a post-graduate program at one of the universities eligible for the PGWP |
