Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising

Find your fit with the nationally accredited Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising. Bring your creative visions to life with advanced design and product development skills and industry insights to succeed in the fashion industry as a pattern grader, fashion merchandiser or patternmaker.

LEARN NEW SKILLS

Through a mix of theory and practical coursework, learn to:

• Identify and use a range of fibres, textiles and fabrics commonly used in the fashion industry
• Develop patterns and construct a range of complex garments
• Perform a range of research to inform design concept and best practice

DEVELOP YOUR TALENT

Develop the attributes to help you get ahead:

• Advanced technical and creative drawing abilities
• Good colour and design sense
• Computer skills
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Good time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS

Completing this course provides you with:

• A nationally accredited Diploma level qualification
• Techniques to source fabrics and notions, make patterns and cut and sew garments
• The ability to design and draw garments, creating an original collection
• Confidence to liaise with creative peers and begin establishing a network of industry connections
• Experience in using technology to create and develop products, create budgets and conduct market research
• Strong pathways to continue your studies in fashion and enhance your career opportunities

GROW YOUR CAREER

Tailor your fashion career with these further study options:

• Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Manufacturing
• Bachelor of Fashion Design with TAFE NSW Degrees

Career opportunities:

• Assistant production manager
• Garment patternmaker
• Pattern grader
• Pattern cutter
• Textiles and fashion merchandiser