Bachelor of Design (Fashion Design)
Box Hill Institute, TAFE VIC
Type of institution: TAFE Institute
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 02411J
Our fashion design course provides you with the skills you need to create innovative designs, either for the catwalks of high couture or ready-to-wear garments. You will gain the skills and knowledge to work as a fashion designer and understand all aspects of the industry. You'll conceptualise your design, develop your drawing skills, and learn about texture, colour and fabric, pattern making and garment construction as you work towards turning raw materials into a unique, finished product.You'll study fashion history, cultural and social attitudes to fashion, and trends that have influenced our industry today. The course will also develop your strong communication and interpersonal skills to share your vision, whilst training you in the finance, sales and marketing side (including digital marketing and event management). You'll have access to industry standard software programs including 3D design, CAD illustration, Adobe and WGSN, which will help you apply your new skills in a practical setting through an internship opportunity with an Australian fashion organisation. This course will allow you to work alongside our supportive teachers in our brand new design hub with mentors, creatives and designers. You'll also be able to showcase your collection in your final year in our fashion parade where parents, teachers, industry and VIPs will celebrate your achievements.Once you have completed our fashion course, you'll have the opportunity to apply for our resident program within the design hub and become one of our emerging designers. None
Designed for
Applicants with higher education studyApplicants with higher education are those who have completed some or all of a higher education course as their highest level of study since leaving secondary education. This includes study undertaken by applicants at either non-university higher education providers or university some time ago or recently, such as applicants seeking to transfer to Box Hill Institute from another education provider or applicants changing to a different course at Box Hill Institute.Applicants with higher education study will be required to attend an interview with a folio. Applicants may receive subject credit on the basis of higher education studies.Interview: applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to their suitability for the course. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding and aptitude for the course.Folio requirements: applicants are required to present a portfolio of 8 electronic images. Applicants can present a folio that demonstrates creativity, artwork, fashion illustrations and concept development. Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) studyApplicants with VET study are those who have completed some or all of a VET course as their highest level of study since leaving secondary education. This includes study at a public TAFE or other VET provider and applicants who have other qualifications such as Year 10 or Year 12 secondary school certificate. If you have completed an Advanced Diploma of Fashion or associate degree, you are eligible for advanced standing for up to 18 months.Applicants with VET study will be required to attend an interview with a folio. Applicants may receive subject credit on the basis of your diploma studies.Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to their suitability for the course. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding and aptitude for this course.Folio requirements – applicants are required to present a portfolio of 8 electronic images.. Applicants can present a folio which demonstrates creativity, artwork, fashion illustrations and concept development. Applicants with work and life experienceApplicants with work and life experience have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e. applicants who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken VET or higher education study since then.‘Experience’ could include a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education. This includes mature age entry, professional experience, community involvement or work experience. Applicants may have undertaken non-formal programs that have helped them to prepare for tertiary education or are relevant to the proposed higher education field of study.Applicants with work and life experience will be required to attend an interview with a folio.Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to their suitability for the course. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding and aptitude for this course.Folio requirements –applicants are required to present a portfolio of 8 electronic images. Applicants can present a folio which demonstrates creativity, artwork, fashion illustrations and concept development. Applicants with recent secondary educationApplicants with recent secondary education are those whose admission is based primarily on completion of Year 12 undertaken at school, TAFE or other VET or higher education provider (this includes both Australian or overseas equivalent) that was completed (or will be) in the current year or within the previous two years.Year 12 Applicants must have successfully completed VCE (or equivalent) with a study score of at least 20 in English. Additional consideration will be given for achievement for applicants who have completed at least one of the following VCE subjects: Design and Technology, Studio Arts, Visual Communication and Design.Applicants with recent secondary education will be required to attend an interview with a folio.Interview – applicants will be asked a series of questions relating to their suitability for the course. Applicants are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding and aptitude for this course.Folio requirements – applicants are required to present a portfolio of 8 electronic images. Applicants can present a folio which demonstrates creativity, artwork, fashion illustrations and concept development.
Structure
You will study 28 units including:12 core units 14 major units 2 elective units
Subjects
- creative design process
- collaborative communication
- digital cad principles
- studio fundamentals 1
- studio fundamentals 2
- sustainable design practice
- introduction to digital marketing
- digital product design
- studio fundamentals 3
- studio fundamentals 4
- fashion product development
- advanced digital product design
- design studio practice 1
- tech studio practice 1
- understanding the consumer
- spatial design
- fashion range development
- your career
- design studio practice 2
- tech studio practice 2
- omni channel marketing
- visual merchandising for retail
- immersive professional practice 1
- project innovation
- advanced studio practice 1
- contemporary design technologies 1
- immersive professional practice 2
- special event management
- advanced studio practice 2
- contemporary design technologies 2
Standard entry requirements
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Recognition
This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and the qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 7 and Box Hill Institute Graduate Attributes. After successful completion, you may wish to apply for entry into further postgraduate study, such as a Master of Design.
Study pathways
Fashion DesignerProduct DeveloperTrend ForecasterProduction Technical Support
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | International: $67,393 | No | ||
| Nelson | International: $67,393 | No |
