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Fashion Design - International


Course/s

  • Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design)

Duration
 

3 years
Intake
 

Semester 1 (February) 2011
Campus
 

Reid Campus
Tuition Fees
 

$11,100 (AUD) per year (for the 2-year Advanced Diploma)

$14,200 (AUD) (for the final year of study in the Degree)
Entry Requirements

  • ACT Year 12 Certificate or equivalent or Adult Entry
  • IELTS 6.0 (with no band score less than 5.0)
  • Interview (or other negotiated process)
  • A portfolio of recent work which should consist of at least six pieces of visual art and/or design work. This could include a visual diary, sketches and drawings, paintings or mixed-media artwork (e.g. images and text), design developmental work illustrations and prints (e.g. silk screen, woodcuts, etching or linocuts), related interests (e.g. three-dimensional work, photographs, textile design, ceramics etc). Colour prints, slides, CD or video presentation of students’ work is acceptable.

Applicants who do not meet these entry requirements are able to commence studies through the Certificate III Design Fundamentals.

Overview

This program aims to produce graduates capable of professional, creative leadership in the research, processes and management of a fashion design practice. Students study a series of subjects in design technology, social and cultural studies, communication, professional practice and studio. Elective options in a wide range of areas are also available.

Students will commence their studies in the 2-year Advanced Diploma of Design (Fashion Design) and complete the Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design) in their third year of study.

Job Opportunities

Leadership roles within the fashion industry including: Independent Designer, Design Manager, Product Development Manager, Head Fashion/Costume Designer, Freelance Consultant, Stylist, Fashion Illustrator or Editor.

Areas of Study

  • Fashion studio
  • Image making
  • Design technology
  • Social and cultural studies
  • Professional design practice
  • Professional promotion
  • Model preparation
  • Textile investigation
  • Electronic grading
  • Creative headwear
  • Electronic applications
  • Contemporary tailoring
  • Costume corsetry
  • Custom finishes

 

Extra Fees

Materials and Equipment Fees*

Equipment $300 (AUD) per semester

Project Materials $500 (AUD) per semester

Excursions $200 (AUD) per semester

*All costs are approximate

Pathways to Further Study

Graduates of the Bachelor Degree will be eligible to apply, under normal entry requirements, for entry into University Honours programs such as those of the Bachelor of Arts (Visual Arts) at the Australian National University, and the Bachelor of Art (Fashion) at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology.


Fashion Design Pathway


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