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Diploma of Branded Fashion Design

Torrens University Australia

CRICOS provider number: 03389E TEQSA provider ID: PRV12209

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About

The Diploma of Branded Fashion Design is an all-inclusive qualification that starts you on the journey of understanding the business of what we wear as well as actually making the outfits. You will learn how to create inspiring designs, develop and produce them for market. The diploma introduces you to all aspects of fashion design – how to use form, shape and colour, choosing materials, matching ideas with purpose, and more. Led by highly regarded industry professionals, you’ll investigate the theories behind design and marketing, evaluate communication and brand-fashion strategies, and scrutinise past, present and future fashion trends.

With successful completion of this diploma, you can receive credits for the subjects you complete and  gain  entry into the second year of a Bachelor  degree.

Learning outcomes:

  • Master technical drawing skills to bring your ideas to life.
  • Develop a commercial awareness of how to build and sustain a brand.
  • Learn the importance of shape and form.
  • Experiment with a range of styles, fabrics and patterns.

hNote: This course is also available at our  Brisbane and Melbourne campuses. Flexible study options are available including On-campus, Online or a Hybrid of both.

Areas of study

Design context, design studio 1&2, fashion illustration, fashion studio practice, fashion vs clothing, introduction to fashion technical drawing, introduction to shape and form.

Career opportunities

Fashion designer, fashion buyer, stylist, merchandise planner, textile designer.

Practical experience

The big difference at Billy Blue College of Design at Torrens University Australia is that you’ll start working in the design industry from day one – gaining valuable experience, learning from industry professionals and making industry connections. We have a strong network of partners and are always welcoming opportunities to build new relationships in the design world.

Fees and charges

Students pay the full cost of domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses. Scholarships and FEE-HELP loans are available. Current Torrens University fee information.

Essential requirements for admission

Year 12 qualification: Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Admission criteria

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with recent secondary education

ATAR: ATAR is not a requirement. Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent.

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with higher education study

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study

Refer to the Torrens University general admission criteria.

Student profile

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Further information

View all details of this course on the Torrens University website.

Course updates
Courses are added and cancelled throughout the admissions year and course details are subject to change. Check the UAC course search regularly.

Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses
Domestic fee-paying (DFEE) courses typically cost you more than equivalent Commonwealth-supported place (CSP) courses – read about University course costs.

Admission criteria
If no admission criteria is specified, refer to the general admission criteria.

Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane campuses
Many of the courses below are also offered at other campuses throughout Australia. Visit the Torrens University website for details on how to apply.