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.
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
You will attend a field trip visiting the local fashion Industry. A portion of the programme involves yourself organising, planning and presenting a mini fashion collection in a Fashion Showcase.
The Eastern Institute of Technology Limited (EIT) offers you over 150 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke’s Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland.
Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Tokomaru Bay, Waipukurau and Wairoa.
EIT Hawke’s Bay is one of New Zealand’s most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti’s two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can’t get more central than EIT Auckland’s location on Queen Street!
When you choose to study at EIT you’ll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.
Experience being part of a vibrant learning community in one of New Zealand’s top tertiary institutes. Gain invaluable experience using our facilities and state-of-the-art technology, and get practical experience so that you’re ready for the working world.
You’ll be taught by lecturers who are respected academics and industry professionals. EIT’s degree and postgraduate programmes are underpinned by lecturer research activity, directly linking to their teaching.
When you grab todays deal youll be able to create your dream fashion piece under the tuition of an experienced team member at Elizapesi Fashion. Youll be in a small class, so you wont get left behind, no matter what your skill level!
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