Bachelor of Design (Fashion)

Become a fashion designer or skilled, industry-ready fashion professional with this internationally recognised qualification. 

Sewing skills aren't essential, as long as you're into fashion, you're creative, a hard worker and a risk taker. Our graduates have gone on to work for internationally acclaimed designers such as NOM*d, and to create successful labels such as Maaike and twenty-seven names.

This leading fashion degree is recognised for its international opportunities, industry connections and the chance to develop your style and identity as a designer.

The programme is hands on and reflects current industry practice. You'll develop your advanced design and technical skills, extend your market knowledge and explore enterprise opportunities.

Entry requirements

• NCEA Level 3

• 14 credits at Level 3 in each of three NZQA approved university entrance subjects, and

• 10 Literacy credits at Level 2 or above, made up of: 

  • 5 credits in reading and 5 credits in writing, and 

• 10 Numeracy credits at Level 1 or above, made up of:

  • specified achievement standards available through a range of subjects

  • If you do not hold the above qualifications, you must demonstrate equivalent qualifications/experience. Mature applicants with work and life experience are encouraged to apply.

  • You must submit a portfolio ((unless you meet the criteria for automatic entry or have a pre-approval for your portfolio – see Your Portfolio section below).

  • You may have to undertake an interview.

  • International students will be individually assessed to ensure they meet degree-level entry requirements. 

English Language requirements

If English is not your first language, you must provide:

• New Zealand University Entrance OR

• Overall Academic IELTS 6.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years)

  • Writing band 6.0

  • Speaking band 6.0

  • Reading band 5.5

  • Listening band 5.5