From mastering patternmaking and fashion design to creating digital marketing strategies and pitching business concepts to industry leaders, you'll be primed to step into the fashion industry. If you've always wanted to work in the fashion industry, the Associate Degree in Fashion is your stepping stone to achieve that dream. With its unique blend of technical expertise and business knowledge, you won't just be skilled in fundamental techniques like design concepts, pattern development, construction techniques and garment fitting; you'll also develop essential business acumen in marketing communication strategies, trend forecasting, buying methodologies and supply chain management.
This course also spotlights the circular economy and sustainability, which are key considerations for today's fashion industry. By exploring the fashion industry’s environmental and social impact and sustainability innovations, you'll be equipped to contribute to a more responsible and conscious fashion future.
The College of Vocational Education has a long history of strong industry connections and the Associate Degree in Fashion offers two opportunities for work-integrated experience.
In your second year, you have the option to take up a work placement in the Industry Engagement subject, where you'll have the opportunity to work across a variety of industry areas, including fashion events. In your final semester, you will work on a major project where you'll respond to a real-world challenge posed by an industry partner. Working in a team, you will use the knowledge gained over the preceding semesters to present a practical solution to the industry partner.
The industry partner will support you throughout the project by participating in the review and assessment of your proposed solution. Recent industry partners our students have worked with include Country Road, Myer, Sportsgirl, Cotton On, Kmart, House of Dizzy, Clothing the Gaps, Radical Yes, Supre, and Adidas.
