TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Fashion Design

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

The Bachelor of Fashion Design is a three-year career focused qualification that prepares you to work as a creative professional in the global fashion industry. You’ll refine your craft at the Fashion Design Studio, a leading force in the Australian Fashion industry since 1955. This degree aims to identify and nurture your individual design aesthetic and fashion interest, and to equip you for sustained creative fashion design practice. You are taught through a global fashion business lens, and we draw on our international links to ensure your learning is aligned with current trends.

You’ll participate in two work placements and be ready to enter the design world with confidence and establish your professional networks. In your third year, you’ll create and present your collection and graduate with a portfolio of realised work.

Graduate as a highly creative, work ready fashion designer with the skills to work as an independent design professional or as a member of a collaborative design team.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 651-731 Harris Street, Ultimo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:

  • A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent as evidenced by a certified copy of your certificate or transcript or
  • A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent as evidenced by a certified copy of your certificate or transcript or
  • A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification as evidenced by a certified copy of your certificate or transcript

You must also:

  • Submit a portfolio of artwork to demonstrate your creative talent. This must include 12 examples of your original fashion design ideas. (Copies of original work only, A3 maximum size)
  • Submit an essay comparing the work of two prominent designers that have inspired you to become a fashion designer. This should describe the similarities and differences between the two designers’ works and why their designs resonate with you. (550 word maximum)
  • Attend a pre-admission interview. You should bring your portfolio to this interview
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $53,760 $70,560 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$53,760
Standard Tuition:
$70,560
Full Fee Tuition:
$53,760
Full Fee Tuition:
$70,560
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $53,760 $70,560 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Fashion Design will prepare you for the following roles.

Fashion Designer

A Fashion Designer creates clothing and accessories for sale to customers. You might work for yourself or be employed by a fashion label. You’ll wo...

Avg yearly income $74,984
Entry barriers Low

Fashion Merchandiser

A Fashion Merchandiser creates displays of fashion items in a store, expo or other fashion environment. You might plan and prepare displays and ord...

Avg yearly income $62,504
Entry barriers Low

Fashion Consultant

A Fashion Consultant helps clients enhance their personal style and wardrobe. You might work in retail stores, fashion boutiques, or independently,...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.