- Where you can study
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Distance and online
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International students
International students are not New Zealand citizens or residents.
- Open to international students studying online from outside New Zealand
- Note:
- Note: Available for part-time study over 1 or 2 years. Not available for full-time study.
Specialise in Lighting for your Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology at Massey
The Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology allows you to update your knowledge and skills in an area similar to that in which you graduated (or work in).
Lighting is a unique specialisation you can focus on. You may already have a degree and are considering specialising in this area, or you are a professional working in a related field and want to upskill. This qualification is ideal for you if you are an engineer, sales rep, product designer, architect, or interior designer.
What will you learn?
You’ll learn the fundamentals of lighting from the basic terms to key design principles, as well as lighting technology. You will have access to Massey’s high-tech facilities where you’ll be able to put some of your knowledge into practice.
Your lecturers are industry experts so they can provide you with not only basic knowledge that is at the cutting edge of lighting but also in specialist areas.
The qualification includes an optional week-long series of immersive workshops in the Massey lab in Auckland.
A Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology in Lighting is a good fit if you:
- are interested in lighting
- work in lighting or a related industry and are looking to upskill.
Planning information
Planning information
You can complete this graduate certificate in either 1 or 2 years of part-time study.
One-year pathway
Semester 1
218741 Light & Lighting
218742 Lamps & Luminaires*
Semester 2
218743 Interior Lighting Design
218744 Energy Efficient Lighting and Exterior Lighting Design*
*Applicants in the 1-year pathway must apply for special permission to enrol in these offerings if they do not meet the prerequisites
Two-year pathway
Year 1
Semester 1 - 218741 Light & Lighting
Semester 2 - 218742 Lamps & Luminaires
Year 2
Semester 1 - 218743 Interior Lighting Design
Semester 2 - 218744 Energy Efficient Lighting and Exterior Lighting Design
Meeting requirements for industry membership
Successful completion of the qualification will provide the academic requirements for membership of the IESANZ.
Official regulations
To understand what you need to study and must complete to graduate read the official rules and regulations for this qualification.
You should read these together with all other relevant Statutes and Regulations of the University including the General Regulations for Undergraduate Degrees, Undergraduate Diplomas, Undergraduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas and Graduate Certificates.
Courses you can enrol in
Courses you can enrol in
Course planning key
- Prerequisites
- Courses that need to be completed before moving onto a course at the next level. For example, a lot of 200-level courses have 100-level prerequisite courses.
- Corequisites
- Courses that must be completed at the same time as another course are known as corequisite courses.
- Restrictions
- Some courses are restricted against each other because their content is similar. This means you can only choose one of the offered courses to study and credit to your qualification.
Course code: 218741 Light & Lighting 15 credits
This course considers photometric concepts and develops the principles of light control and distribution. Human visual processes are considered and colour science is introduced.
View full course detailsCourse code: 218742 Lamps and Luminaires 15 credits
This course develops the principles of light production as applied to lamps and considers the application of lamps in lighting design. The requirements for lamp control gear are considered together with the application of optical control to achieve accurate and efficient distribution of luminous flux. Methods of photometric testing of lamps and luminaires will be investigated.
View full course detailsCourse code: 218743 Interior Lighting Design 15 credits
This course develops the principles of interior lighting design. The human requirements and statutory regulations are investigated. Lighting designs are undertaken to demonstrate the techniques involved. The utilisation of daylight to enhance lighting installations and assist with energy savings is considered. Creative lighting techniques are investigated.
View full course detailsCourse code: 218744 Energy Efficient Lighting and Exterior Lighting Design 15 credits
This course considers the efficiency of lamps and luminaires in producing and distributing luminous flux. Lighting controls for energy saving applications are investigated. Principles of exterior lighting for work places are considered and the flood lighting of building facades is developed. The design of landscape lighting for commercial and public spaces is undertaken. The statutory requirements for, and the techniques associated with, road way and pedestrian lighting are considered. The design of lighting for sports grounds is undertaken.
View full course detailsEntry requirements
Entry requirements
Admission to Massey
Specific requirements
To enter the Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology you will have:
- been awarded or qualified for a relevant bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in the area you wish to study, or
- accepted as having equivalent status to a university graduate on the basis of equivalent relevant professional experience.
Other entry requirements
You will also have a background adequate for the courses you wish to study.
You will need to have a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with passing grades in electrical engineering, electronics, physics, or design, or architecture or a related area. Pre-requisites are important but can be waived if you have appropriate industry or professional experience.
You will need to provide copies of all official academic transcripts for studies taken at all universities other than Massey University.
English language requirements
To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.
Can't meet the entry requirements?
If you do not have the necessary background for the GCertScTech (Lighting) courses then pre-requisite courses are available in the Certificate in Science and Technology.
Fees and scholarships
Fees and scholarships
2026 tuition fees
- Domestic students: $5,823
- International students: $25,095
Tuition fees are estimates only. The exact fees charged will depend on which courses you select at the time of enrolment. The estimates are for full-time study (60 credits). Fees are in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax (GST).
The estimates do not include the Student Services Fee. This fee is $582 for on-campus students and $474 for distance students for full-time study (60 credits). For more information about this fee and other fees you may need to pay, see non-tuition fees.
There may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.
Course fees
You can view fees for the courses that make up your qualification on the course details pages.
Student loans (StudyLink) and Fees Free scheme
You may be eligible for a student loan to help towards paying your fees.
The New Zealand Government offers fees-free tertiary study for eligible domestic students. Students who are eligible for final-year fees free can normally receive up to 120 credits of fees free. However, if you choose to study this certificate you will only receive up to 60 credits fees free. You will not be able to claim the remaining 60 credits of fees free for future qualifications. For further information see the Inland Revenue website.
Scholarship and award opportunities
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This information is for estimation purposes only. Actual fees payable will be finalised on confirmation of enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, all fees shown are quoted in New Zealand dollars and include Goods and Services Tax, if any. Before relying on any information on these pages you should also read the University's Disclaimer Notice.
Careers and job opportunities
Careers and job opportunities
The Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology (Lighting) is well-respected by the industry and will open up professional opportunities for those wanting to add their specialist knowledge in areas such as lighting design or sales.
International students
International students
New Zealand is a great place to study. Massey University’s reputation is supported by our international rankings, accreditations and associations. We are rated five star plus by the QS World University Rankings.
Massey University has small class sizes, and our lecturers and staff are friendly and approachable.
As an international student, there are entry requirements that will apply to you. We recommend that you apply at least three months before your anticipated start date so your application can be processed in time. There are additional steps you will need to take. These include obtaining a visa and travel bookings if your study is to be in New Zealand.
Accreditations and rankings
IESANZ accreditation
Massey's Graduate Certificate in Science and Technology (Lighting) is accredited by Illuminating Engineering Society of Australia and New Zealand (IESANZ). Completing this qualification provides academic requirements for membership.
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