FASHION & SUSTAINABILITY

BACHELOR OF DESIGN (FASHION & SUSTAINABILITY)

The Bachelor of Design (Fashion & Sustainability) course is perfect for people wanting to shape the future of the fashion industry. Students will learn how to create forward-thinking fashion, with a focus on sustainability and ethical consumption.

The Bachelor degree can be completed in six trimesters (2 years) of full-time study or part-time equivalent.

THROUGHOUT THE DEGREE, YOU WILL

→ Create, develop and produce ethical fashion products and services

→ Acquire an in-depth understanding of global fashion practices, design, and sustainability

→ Gain knowledge and experience in fashion business, styling, ethical responsibility, and zero waste techniques and technologies

→ Develop an industry-relevant portfolio and capstone project

→ Partake in several opportunities including a 60-hour work placement, sought-after internships and experiences at major events like Melbourne Fashion Week, Ego Expo and more

→ Study in our warehouse-style campus in the heart of Melbourne’s fashion district, with access to our world-class studios, creative spaces and classrooms

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor and Diploma of Design (Fashion & Sustainability) are delivered at the George St Campus and is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 0101951 (2 years)/104506J (3 years) & 0101952 (2 trimesters)/104447D (3 trimesters).

DIPLOMA OF DESIGN (FASHION & SUSTAINABILITY)

The Diploma of Design (Fashion & Sustainability) course is perfect for people wanting to shape the future of the fashion industry. Students will learn how to create forward-thinking fashion, with a focus on sustainability and ethical consumption.

The diploma can be completed in two trimesters (8 months) of full-time study and you have the opportunity to progress into the Bachelor Degree (subject to academic performance).

THROUGHOUT THE DIPLOMA, YOU WILL

→ Create, develop and produce ethical fashion products and services

→ Acquire an in-depth understanding of global fashion practices, design, and sustainability

→ Gain knowledge and experience in fashion business, styling, ethical responsibility, and zero waste techniques and technologies

→ Develop an industry-relevant portfolio of creative projects

→ Partake in sought-after internships and experiences at major events like Melbourne Fashion Week, Ego Expo and more

→ Study in our warehouse-style campus in the heart of Melbourne’s fashion district, with access to our world-class studios, creative spaces and classrooms

→ No ATAR requirement and no individual subject or score requirements

→ Complete your bachelor degree in two years instead of the standard three

→ FEE-HELP available to eligible students (no upfront fees), to learn more click here

The Bachelor and Diploma of Design (Fashion & Sustainability) are delivered at the George St Campus and is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework, accredited through CRICOS; CRICOS Code 0101951 (2 years)/104506J (3 years) & 0101952 (2 trimesters)/104447D (3 trimesters).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

→ Applicants will need to submit a 300-word essay on their interest in the field

→ Applicants will need to attend an admissions interview. You will be asked questions about your experience, background, and interest in the course and/or industry

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS

→ Click Here for International Student Admission Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

DIPLOMA APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCAL, VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent. If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ The Diploma can be used as a pathway into the Bachelor degree

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

BACHELOR APPLICANTS

→ Applicants are required to successfully complete VCE, IB, or state/international Year 12 equivalent

→ VCAL students are not eligible for the Bachelor until they have successfully completed the diploma

→ If students have not completed the year 12 requirements, they must be at least 20 years of age

→ There are no ATAR minimum or subject requirements

WORK & LIFE EXPERIENCE APPLICANTS

→ If none of the above qualifications have successfully been completed, applicants must be 20 years of age or older with 2 years of work experience to apply

HOW TO APPLY

→ Non-Year 12 applicants may apply directly on the website, and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ Year 12 applicants must apply through VTAC. VTAC opens in August each year. Place the appropriate Collarts course into one of your preferences and a Future Student Advisor will be in touch to arrange an interview

→ International Students Apply Here