Fashion and Textile Design courses

• 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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• TAFE StatementDigital Block Drafting with CLO3D

  800-001330

  Learn to use CLO3D software to create a 3D fit avatar and pattern blocks. 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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  You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:

  • A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent or

  • A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent or

  • A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification

  • Completion of at least one-year full-time study or equivalent in a degree course at a higher education institution

  You must also:

  • Submit a 300-word statement outlining your motivation and interest in studying the Diploma of Fashion. This will help us assess and understand your suitability for entry into this course.

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

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  • design room assistant

  • junior product developer

  • fashion PR assistant

  • junior merchandiser

  • textile print designer.

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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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  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

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

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  • fashion designer

  • costume designer

  • product developer

  • pattern cutter

  • stylist

  • fashion illustrators

  • textile print designers

  • garment technicians.

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