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Diploma of Apparel, Fashion and Textiles
- Melbourne, Australia
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A one-year studio-based diploma in textile design for knitted, Woven and printed products.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop discipline-specific knowledge and practical skills in Apparel
- Fashion and Textiles. Apply relevant theories
- Methods
- And tools to academic and professional problems. Communicate evidence-based findings and solutions effectively. Prepare for further study or employment related to Apparel
- Fashion and Textiles.
Career outcomes
- Textile designer
- Textile technician
- Print designer
- Textile artist and creator
Curriculum
- First semester covers fibres and fabrics
- Sustainability
- Textile design process
- Weaving
- Knitting
- And developing and constructing products
- The second semester builds on these topics with further design and production work. One year full-time at Brunswick.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent
- typically with a minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification; some advanced diplomas require a related RMIT diploma or equivalent
- Minimum average of 50% in a VCE-equivalent qualification on 7 course pages; others require Australian Year 12 equivalent
- a VCE equivalent without a stated score
- or an earlier RMIT certificate
Accepted academic background
Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent
Language tests
- IELTS 5.5
- TOEFL iBT 50
- PTE Academic 42
- Cambridge 162
- IELTS Academic 5.5
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Proof of Identity
- Application Form
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $30,250 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Brunswick |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Vocational Education |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
10 Feb 2027
88 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 10 Feb 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $30,250 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 5.5, TOEFL iBT 50, PTE Academic 42, Cambridge 162, IELTS Academic 5.5.

