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Diploma of Fashion
- Melbourne, Australia
- 0.5, 1 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
A four-year full-time Bachelor of Arts in Fashion taught in the School of Design, Arts and Creative Industries on Northumbria's City Campus in Newcastle.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights: no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Fashion to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Introduction to Fashion Practice
- Introduction to Fashion Culture. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Fashion designer
- Concept creation
- Product developer
- Buyer
- Garment technician
- Fashion entrepreneur
Curriculum
- Four-year full-time degree. Year 1 core: Interchange 1 – Experimental Processes
- Introduction to Fashion Practice
- Introduction to Fashion Culture
- Fashion Practice. Final-year core: Interchange 3 – Contemporary Challenges and Design Futures
- Fashion Concept Research
- Fashion Concept Development. An optional placement or study abroad year is available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Completed Australian bachelor degree (or overseas equivalent) in any or a relevant discipline; a minimum GPA is stated on some pages (mostly 2.0
- some 2.5 out of 4.0); relevant work experience is accepted for some courses
- Bachelor degree (or equivalent) in any or a relevant discipline; one course states a GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0; relevant experience considered for some
Minimum GPA
2.5
Accepted academic background
Completed Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification)
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 79
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Other requirements
- Interview required
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 | $22,560, $45,506 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Brunswick |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Design and Social Context |
| Department | School of Fashion and Textiles |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 48,96 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | _ |
| 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
3 Mar 2027
109 days leftProgram starts
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Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.5, 1 years.
The next deadline is 3 Mar 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $22,560, $45,506 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
The minimum GPA is 2.5. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, IELTS Academic 6.5. An interview is required.