Diploma in Fashion
Design
A course by
Whitecliffe College
Advance your technical craft with the one-year Diploma in Fashion at Whitecliffe. Build skills in pattern making, garment construction, textile knowledge, and creative processes to design, create and present sustainable fashion collections.
NZ$8,421
inc GST
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In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 1 year
This course requires 26 hours per week
NZ$8,421
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop essential technical skills
Gain advanced skills in flat and computer-aided pattern making, garment construction, and textiles knowledge to design and create finished fashion items.
Apply fashion design elements and principles
Demonstrate understanding of fashion design by developing creative design concepts and applying techniques in both classic and contemporary contexts.
Understand industry influences
Apply knowledge of historical and modern industry influences to inform and develop individual fashion practices.
About This Course
The Diploma in Fashion at Whitecliffe is a one-year, NZQA Level 5 programme providing students with advanced technical and creative skills required in the fashion industry. Through studio-based, hands-on projects, students engage in flat and computer-aided pattern making, Adobe Illustrator, and textile sciences. They develop sustainable design practices and produce garments for industry and public showcase, including signature projects like Resene Colour of Fashion. Graduates are prepared for junior roles in the fashion sector or further study, with opportunities for real-world experience and participation in events such as New Zealand Fashion Week.
Course Content
- Flat pattern making
- Computer-aided pattern making
- Adobe Illustrator for fashion
- Textile knowledge and supply chains
- Sustainable design practices
- Advanced garment construction
- Collection development and portfolio building
- Industry-linked Resene Colour of Fashion project
- Annual Fashion Show garment presentation
- Fashion history and contemporary influences
Entry Requirements
Must turn 17 within first year of study (domestic), or 18 (international)
New Zealand Certificate in Apparel and Fashion Technology (Level 4), or equivalent
Or, New Zealand Certificate in Fashion (Level 4)
Or, equivalent industry experience (appropriate to the workplace), competent levels of literacy, numeracy, and basic computer literacy (may require entry test)
Build towards these roles
Production AssistantCutting Room AssistantWarehouse AssistantTrainee MachinistDesign Room AssistantGarment Technician
Build skills in these industries
FashionDesignTextiles
