Bachelor of Fashion Design

• Apply and develop a broad understanding of the different techniques, technologies and practices impacting the fashion industry worldwide

• Support a sustained creative fashion design practice by deepening your knowledge of the critical aspects of fashion design as a discipline

• Research, assess and synthesise complex information to develop and create innovative and sustainable fashion design concepts and business solutions

• Communicate effectively using fashion specific communication methods and technologies to optimise outcomes

• Apply your knowledge and skills in fashion design across various contexts, working both independently and collaboratively

• Graduate with a Bachelor Degree (AQF 7)

• A comprehensive fashion portfolio of your realised designs that is presented to industry at our graduate showcase

• Experience professional networking opportunities through 2 industry internships and showcase at Australian Fashion Week if your designs are selected

• The ability to manage fashion design projects from original concept through to the runway show

• Membership of an impressive alumni community that has shaped the face of Australian fashion

• Experience in creating your own business plan, branding collateral and building a promotional platform to communicate your brand

• A deep understanding of ethical, social and environmental sustainability through your research and practical design projects

• Real world experience with internal peer review and insight from industry experts

• The opportunity to showcase your designs at Australian Fashion Week

• The opportunity to apply for the Vanguard Education Fund, a mentorship scheme established by Net-a-Porter and the British Fashion Council designed to help final-year BA students gain a foothold in the fashion industry

• This course has been accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA)

You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:

• A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent as evidenced by a certified copy of your certificate or transcript or

• A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent as evidenced by a certified copy of your certificate or transcript or

• A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification as evidenced by a certified copy of your certificate or transcript

You must also:

• Submit a portfolio of artwork to demonstrate your creative talent. This must include 12 examples of your original fashion design ideas. (Copies of original work only, A3 maximum size)

• Submit an essay comparing the work of two prominent designers that have inspired you to become a fashion designer. This should describe the similarities and differences between the two designers’ works and why their designs resonate with you. (550 word maximum)

• Attend a pre-admission interview. You should bring your portfolio to this interview

Note:

• Your certificates, transcripts and other entry requirement evidence must be certified through a Justice of the Peace or other authorising officer

• A strong sense of design and innovation

• An interest or skills in fashion design

• A strong work ethic

• Excellent time management skills

• A desire to succeed in a creative industry

• The ability to purchase textiles and materials to complete learning and assessment tasks

• If you need help preparing for study, contact us about your options.