Fashion

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    Fashion and Textile Design courses

    Be a cut above the competition with a TAFE NSW fashion and textile design course. If you have a passion for fashion, we’ll teach you how to take your ...

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    • TAFE StatementDigital Rendering and Animation CLO3D

      800-001332

      Create an animated 3D runway collection of your designs using CLO3D software. This course is brought to you by the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles, a partnership between TAFE NSW and the University of Technology (UTS), Sydney. 

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    • TAFE StatementIntroduction to Natural Dyeing

      800-001344

      During this sustainable textile arts course, we’ll take you through the natural dyeing process. Use pigments from natural sources to extract earthy tones to dye textiles. Practise mixing colours and keep records to develop a log book of swatches.

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    • TAFE StatementSample Cutting and Sewing for Fashion

      800-000454

      Fast-track your sample cutting and sewing skills for fashion with this hands-on course. Whether you’re a novice seamstress or more experienced, you will learn need-to-know techniques using industrial machinery and industry-standard assembly methods.

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    • TAFE StatementCLO3D Introduction

      800-001241

      Flex your creativity and create inspired, sustainable fashion designs. Work in a virtual environment with CLO3D software to visualise, test and refine patterns through digital sampling. This course is brought to you by the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles, a partnership between TAFE NSW and the University of Technology (UTS), Sydney.

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    • TAFE StatementDigital Pattern Cutting Techniques with CLO3D

      800-001331

      Create, modify and simulate digital garment patterns using CLO3D software. This course is brought to you by the Centre of Excellence in Sustainable Fashion + Textiles, a partnership between TAFE NSW and the University of Technology (UTS), Sydney.

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    • DiplomaFashion

      HE20516V01

      Kick-start your career in the fashion in industry with the Diploma of Fashion at the Fashion Design Studio in Ultimo. In this Higher Education Diploma, you'll achieve a broad understanding of the fashion business from textiles, to design and illustration, through to fashion branding and marketing.

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    • BachelorFashion Design

      HE20506V02

      The Bachelor of Fashion Design is a three-year career focused qualification that prepares you to work as a creative professional in the global fashion industry. You’ll refine your craft at the Fashion Design Studio, a leading force in the Australian Fashion industry since 1955. This degree aims to identify and nurture your individual design aesthetic and fashion interest, and to equip you for sustained creative fashion design practice. You are taught through a global fashion business lens, and we draw on our international links to ensure your learning is aligned with current trends.

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    Fashion and textile design course information

    When you choose to study a fashion and textile design course, there are flexible options available.

    • Face-to-face courses at TAFE NSW are immersive and interactive, and you can choose between full-time or part-...
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    Who is a fashion and textile design course good for?

    Do friends often ask you to help them pick the perfect outfit? Do you love blending trends with off-beat flourishes that flaunt your flair for design? If so, a career in fashion and textile design could be for ...

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    Fashion and textile design career paths

    From junior positions through to senior roles, there are plenty of opportunities available in this booming industry. Here are some of the most sought-after jobs in the field of fashion and textile design:

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    Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

    How do I enrol?

    At TAFE NSW you can apply or enrol to do a course.

    If your course has no entry requirements, you can enrol directly. If there are entry requirements, you will need to apply to be accepted for a position in the course.

    1. Go to the TAFE NSW website to view the course you are interested in
    2. Check if there are any entry requirements, as you may be asked to supply additional information
    3. Select a course location to progress your enrolment
    4. Follow the prompts to complete
    5. You will receive an email confirming your enrolment or application status

    If you need further assistance with your enrolment, contact TAFE NSW Student Services on 131 601 between 8.30am-5pm Monday to Friday.

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