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International Course Info

  1. INTERNATIONAL
  2. Courses
  3. Diploma of Fashion

Course code:

HE20516

Course fee:

A$22,560

Duration

1 Year

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OVERVIEW

Kick-start your career in the fashion industry with the Diploma of Fashion at the prestigious Fashion Design Studio in Ultimo, Sydney. In this higher education diploma, you will achieve a broad understanding of the fashion business, from textiles to design and illustration through to fashion branding and marketing.

You will enhance your practical experience by using cutting-edge Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software, and build your understanding of how designs are taken from concept to production.

In this course, you will develop your knowledge of the fashion industry and learn foundation skills to work in a design or fashion business environment. You will also join alumni like Akira Isogawa, Alex Perry, Nicky Zimmerman and Dion Lee when you study fashion at the Fashion Design Studio TAFE NSW. Enjoy learning from dedicated industry experts who will give you the best technical training to launch your fashion career.

Learning Outcomes:
Through a mix of theory and practical course work, learn to:

  • Design garments
  • Select fabrics
  • Print on fabrics
  • Design communication and documentation
  • Grade patterns
  • Assemble garments
  • Plan and execute brand and marketing activity
  • Use Computer-Aided Design (CAD) software and Adobe Creative Suite

Course Outcomes:
Develop professional skills for your career:

  • Graduate with a higher education diploma from one of Australia’s leading fashion design studios
  • A broad understanding of the fashion industry
  • The knowledge and skills to enter employment at a junior level in design or business-related roles in the fashion industry
  • Experience in both the creative and theoretical practices used in the fashion industry


SCHOLARSHIPS

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INTERNATIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

When you study with TAFE NSW, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledgeand skills to achieve your chosen qualification. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.

Academic Requirements:


English Language Requirements:

  • Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent

Additional Requirement:
  • Personal Statement of up to 300 words outlining your motivation to study the Diploma of Fashion

STARTING DATES, COURSE FEES AND LOCATIONS

From mountains to oceans, from cities to country towns, international students can choose from a range of courses offered at multiple campus locations across the state. Experience our vibrant spaces such as libraries, cafes and gyms as well as places you can network and socialise.

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LocationsStarting DatesCourse Fees
Ultimo Feb , Jul A$22,560
LocationsStarting DatesCourse Fees
Ultimo Feb , Jul A$22,560

ADDITIONAL COSTS

Additional costs for uniforms, equipment, textbooks and materials (if applicable) range from A$300 - $1,000 per course.

COURSE STRUCTURE AND UNITS

To receive this course students must complete all core units and a range of Additional units. 

Note: Additional units may vary between each semester and campus, and will depend on a number of considerations including the packaging rules for the qualification and demand for the unit at that location. TAFE NSW does not guarantee that speciality units listed will be offered at each location and semester. You will receive your timetable from the teaching section on commencement and speciality units offered will be provided at that time.

  • Core Units
  • 1FDCUL102A - Fashion and Culture
  • FDDES104A - Design Foundations for Fashion
  • FDDES105A - Fashion Documentation
  • 1FDVIS101A - Fashion Illustration
  • 1FDBUS101A - Fashion Business
  • FDDES106A - Fashion Design and Product Development
  • Elective Units
  • ACBUS102A - Marketing Fundamentals
  • BUMAR202A - Buyer Behaviour
  • FDBUS102A - Fashion Merchandising Fundamentals
  • FDBUS103A - Introduction to Fashion Sourcing and Production
  • 1FDPFL202A - Fashion Branding Strategies
  • FDTEX201A - Textile Print Design
  • 1FDTEX202A - Fashion Textile Studio

KEEP LEARNING WITH TAFE NSW

From certificates to diplomas, degrees to study packages, you can take your study further with us.

STUDY PATHWAYS

Build your expertise with a TAFE NSW Fashion study pathway:

  • On completion of the Diploma of Fashion, students will receive guaranteed 4 subject credits (80 credit points) towards the Bachelor of Fashion Design.
  • Depending on the electives studied in the Diploma of Fashion students may receive further 2 subjects credit (40 credit points)
  • These credits will not reduce the duration of the Bachelor of Fashion Design

STUDY PACKAGES

Plan your study around your life with a TAFE NSW study package. Our study packages allow for multiple courses to be packaged together that can lead you to a TAFE NSW or an Australian University Bachelor Degree with credits. This gives you a one stop shop by completing your applications for the whole package through TAFE NSW allowing you to apply for one student Visa for the full duration of the package.

TAFE NSW allows for two or more courses to be packaged together, either to meet the prerequisite requirements for a course or to plan your studies around your career goals. You can submit a single TAFE NSW application form and will be able to apply for one Student Visa for the full duration of the package.

TAFE NSW allows for two or more courses to be packaged together leading to a TAFE NSW Bachelor Degree, either to meet the prerequisite requirements for a course or to plan your studies around your career goals. You can submit a single TAFE NSW application form and will be able to apply for one Student Visa for the full duration of the package.

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