This programme will introduce you to the bigger picture of the fashion industry and how it operates both locally and globally. The programme will have ‘real life’ opportunities with projects from the community and fashion industry.
The fashion industry and creative and cultural sector in Aotearoa New Zealand is looking for people who can apply core technical skills and knowledge of fashion design and construction at an operational level.
This programme will introduce you to the bigger picture of the fashion industry and how it operates both locally and globally. The programme will have ‘real life’ opportunities with projects from the community and fashion industry.
With your diploma completed successfully you can continue on to the second year of the Bachelor of Creative Practice.
Outline
The NZ Diploma in Fashion (Level 5) is a one year (34 week) project-based programme designed for people wanting a career in fashion and to gain technical skills and knowledge required to work in the fashion design industry.
During the course you will:
Produce digital documentation of your research and progress.
Develop skills in fashion concept design and fashion illustration.
Develop skills to produce and manipulate pattern blocks and toiles.
Create fashion products to industry standards, after having prepared the specifications and planned the construction.
Develop professional ethics and values in relation to your own creative practice.
Produce a mini collection of clothing from concept to completion and present in a catwalk show.
Prepare a self-development plan to determine employment options.
As a graduate you will be capable of self-managing design projects to completion by applying technical skills and processes within briefs. You will have the conceptual and practical skills that reflect current fashion design industry practices.
Industry-based training
A portion of the programme involves yourself organising, planning and presenting a mini fashion collection in a Fashion Showcase.
You will attend a field trip visiting the local fashion industry.
Applicants under 20 years old:
Will have completed a Level 3 qualification in a related field or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.
Applicants 20 years or over:
For applicants 20 years or over, there are no minimum academic requirements. However, applicants will need to provide their curriculum vitae detailing any relevant work experience and academic achievements.
The Programme Coordinator will use this information to assess whether the applicant is likely to successfully complete the NZ Diploma in Fashion.
English language entry requirements:
All applicants must demonstrate an acceptable level of English Language fluency prior to acceptance in the programme. English Language fluency can be verified by achievement of one of the following within the last two years:
New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 4 (any endorsement)
IELTS (Academic) score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5.0
PTE (Academic) score of 42 with no band score lower than 36
International equivalents to IELTS accepted by NZQA or successful study of a programme in which English was the language of instruction (conditions apply)
EIT is the tertiary provider for Hawke’s Bay and the East Coast. On offer is an extensive range of programmes from certificate to postgraduate level.
EIT is the tertiary provider for Hawke’s Bay and the East Coast. You can choose from more than 130 postgraduate, degree, diploma and certificate level programmes, across an impressive range of subjects.
You’ll experience being part of a vibrant learning community in one of New Zealand’s top tertiary institutes, and be taught by experienced lecturers who are respected academics and industry professionals. You’ll gain practical experience so you’re ready for the working world.
At EIT you’ll get the support you need to help make sure you get the rewards for your hard work. You’ll learn in classes that are the right size, to make sure that you get the involvement and support you need, and you’ll be supported by lecturers who are here for you.
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