Course overview
The Higher Certificate in Fashion Design prepares students for working in the local fashion design industry. The course offers students an opportunity to develop an industry ready fashion design portfolio. The programme equips students with the essential skills needed to develop contemporary garments promoting sustainable design principles. These garments including the patterns, technical drawings and renderings are showcased in a final design portfolio, typically needed for job applications. An emphasis is placed on how responsible fashion design can contribute towards a circular economy in both local and global markets.
A Higher Certificate is a one-year; full time face to face learning course or a two-year part time distance learning course that allows students the opportunity to work towards accessing a higher qualification such as a Diploma or Degree. Students choosing to use the Higher Certificate to advance their studies, still need to meet the institutional entrance requirements. The Higher Certificate allows for entry into the job market by providing hands on fashion design knowledge and skills. An industry relevant Higher Certificate will include work integrated learning as part of the curriculum to prepare you for the working world.