Course structure
This course is designed to be both an entry level qualification in fashion design and its related skills as well as a qualification providing skills for employment as an advanced patternmaker and garment technician.
Skills involve the use of both manual and digital design tools, and may be applied at various stages of the supply chain.
Design outcomes build on technical production skills and provide a basis for career progression to design.
A portfolio is not required to apply for this course.
Course Modules
| Module Code | Module Title |
| MSMENV272 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| MSMWHS200 | Work safely |
| MSS402051 | Apply quality standards |
| MSTCL3001 | Identify fabric performance and handling requirements |
| MSTGN2011 | Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry |
| BSBINT409 | Plan For International Trade |
| MSTCL3007 | Embellish garment by hand or machine |
| MSTFD4002 | Apply principles of colour theory to fashion design development |
| MSTFD4003 | Assist in preparation of preliminary design concepts |
| MSTFD4010 | Create pattern to meet design specifications applying advanced patternmaking principles |
| MSTFD4014 | Identify influences on contemporary fashion designs and construction techniques |
| MSTFD4018 | Use and apply sizing systems appropriate for fashion design |
| MSTGN2009 | Operate computing technology in a TCF workplace |
Major Study Areas
- Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- Work safely
- Apply quality standards
- Identify fabric performance and handling requirements
- Calculate cost estimates for fashion products
- Interact and network with fashion industry participants
- Develop and present design concepts within specific guidelines
- Operate computing technology in the Textile, Clothing and Footwear (TCF) workplace
- Identify fibres, fabrics and textiles used in the TCF industry
Books and Equipment (AUD$)
Approximately $1,120
- Academic: Australian Year 12 equivalency or higher
- English language: Academic IELTS 5.5 no band less than 5.0 overall or recognised equivalency
February and July.
| Term 1 |
28 January – 27 March |
| Holidays |
28 March – 13 April |
| Term 2 |
14 April – 26 June |
| Holidays |
27 June – 12 July |
| Term 3 |
13 July – 18 September |
| Holidays |
19 September – 4 October |
| Term 4 |
5 October – 18 December |
Study pathways
Advanced Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising (0100767)
Career pathways
Graduates may seek employment as a:
- Assistant Fashion Designer
- Assistant Patternmaker
- Assistant Grader
- Assistant Quality Controller
- Junior Garment Technician