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    Statement of Attainment in History of Fashion

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    Statement of Attainment in History of Fashion
    Overview

    About this course

    Turn your passion for fashion and history into expertise. Explore fashion’s impact on culture, research key designers and movements, and create your own fashion history portfolio.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • identify historical influences on contemporary garment design and construction and conduct independent research into fashion history and theory

    • analyse how designers use construction techniques for modern garment designs

    • critically analyse garments, textiles and visual references

    • understand the functions of different types of clothing for different purposes

    • outline how historical fashion influences impact your own area of practice

    • complete a research project and presentation, which may involve exploring an influential fashion designer, costume designer, textile, fashion era or event.

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • A nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.

    • The ability to identify the purposes of clothing and the factors which influence the way people dress.

    • The skills to assess how historical fashion shapes current fashion trends and practices.

    • A fashion history research portfolio to support further study or career goals.

    • Strong pathways to continue your studies and enhance your career opportunities, including the Certificate III in Apparel, Fashion and Textiles and Diploma of Apparel, Fashion and Textiles.

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • an interest in fashion and the history of fashion

    • an interest in costumes and the performing arts industry

    • access to a computer and a stable internet connection.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: fashion design assistant with the Diploma of Apparel Fashion and Textiles (Design and product development) or the Diploma of Apparel Fashion and Textiles (Business), junior design assistant with the Certificate III in Apparel Fashion Design and Technology and costume technician with the Diploma of Live Production and Technical Services (Costume).

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Statement of Attainment in History of Fashion does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study6 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study1 Course

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Investigate influences on contemporary garment design and constructionMSTAT4001

    • Research history and theory to inform own arts practiceCUARES403

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    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

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