NZ Diploma in Fashion (Level 5)
Design
A course by
EIT
A one-year, project-based diploma introducing students to the fashion industry and developing technical, conceptual, and practical fashion design skills required for employment or further study.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Hawke's Bay Campus, Napier
It will take a total of 1 year
Core skills this course teaches
Apply technical skills in fashion design and construction
Demonstrate capability in fashion illustration, pattern making, and garment construction to meet industry standards within set briefs.
Manage the fashion design process from concept to completion
Self-manage projects, including research, planning, construction, and presentation of a fashion collection.
Demonstrate professional practice and ethics
What You're Signing Up For
The NZ Diploma in Fashion (Level 5) at EIT is a one-year (34 week) programme designed for individuals seeking a career in the fashion industry. It provides technical skills and knowledge in fashion design, digital documentation, concept and fashion illustration, pattern making, garment construction, and professional development. Students work on industry-based projects, produce fashion collections, and participate in field trips and showcases. The programme prepares graduates for entry-level fashion sector roles or further study at degree level.
Course Content
- Digital documentation of design research and progress
- Fashion concept design and illustration
- Pattern making and manipulation of pattern blocks and toiles
- Garment specification preparation and construction planning
- Fashion product creation to industry standards
- Professional ethics and values in creative practice
- Mini collection design and presentation (catwalk show)
- Self-development plan for employment
- Field trip to local fashion industry
- Industry-focused projects and community briefs
What you need to know first
University Entrance as defined by NZQA
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Apparel
Fashion Design
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Pattern maker for a fashion company
Fashion designer
Fashion illustrator