Fashion is all about change, trends and expression. The demands of today's fast-paced,
rapidly changing and technologically challenging fashion industry requires fashion
graduates to be not only highly skilled and practiced in the art and technique of fashion,
but also to be highly adaptable individuals who address challenges creatively, generate
solutions and apply them in real-world situations.
Programme Content
• Creative fashion design and production.
• Concept investigation and fashion practice in the context of the comtemporary
fashion environment.
• Planning and production of a final major collection.
• Develop technical skills in fabric printing.
• Skills in a range of art and design 2D software packages.
• Fashion production related computer technology.
Programme Purpose
The Graduate Diploma in Fashion is a one-year, Level 7 programme. This programme aims
to enable you to achieve an educational experience that supports an advanced level of
aesthetic, technical and analytical development through creative application. You will be
introduced to the expectations and demands of the fashion industry. You will be equipped
with the skills to produce work to a professional standard that meets fashion industry
standards and enhance your skills to produce work that shows creative expression.
The Graduate Diploma in Fashion recognises that both degree graduates, and those with
industry acquired skills, want to engage in a course of study that exposes them to
contemporary and advanced fashion practices and knowledge.
Entry Requirements
• A Bachelor degree, or higher from an accredited provider in a relevant field.
• Graduate equivalency for those who can demonstrate appropriate practical,
professional or educational experience.
International students are required to have IELTS of 6.0, or equivalent.
Those entering with a Bachelor degree, or higher qualification, will be required to present
either an original or certified copy of their academic transcript from the awarding institute.
It is desirable for students to demonstrate past experience in the fashion field or a
fashion qualification.
Programme
Graduate Diploma in Fashion - 7
Study Options / Duration
Full-time
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1 Year
Campuses
Whanganui
Fees
Domestic $6,174 per yearInternational $18,060.20 per year
Whanganui 13 February 2012 - 16 November 2012
Estimation of general times:
Monday - Friday
9am - 3pm
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Part A: Required Course Materials
The following is a list of course related items necessary for students enrolled in the Graduate Diploma in Fashion at Whanganui UCOL.
These items (at wholesale prices) will be available to purchase as a pack through School of Fashion, Whanganui UCOL. Approximate cost $220.00.
1 x A7548 Grading squares and cover
1 x A8080 Tracing wheel
1 x A8135/10” Mundial shears
1 x A81400001 Mundial snips
1 x A8150000 Embroidery scissors – sharp points
1 x tape measure – Brass tip
1 x French Curves A75420000
1 x Screwdriver Stanley 4x75 65.540
1 x Tweezers - TWE7
2 x Bobbins – Industrial #55623
1 x Bobbin Case – Industrial – #B2237
1 x NL3185HN Zip foot – hole left
1 x 12435HN Zip foot – hole right
1 x Invisible zip foot – Industrial type
Part B: ADDITIONAL Equipment Required
2GB Pen drive
Dress making pins
Hand sewing needles
5 metres Calico – amount initially required. More will be required during the year and the amount will depend on the work produced.
Stationery List:
2 x A4 Visual Diary
1 x 2B Pencil
1 x Mechanical Pencil 0.5 or 0.7
1 Lever Arch file
3 x Clear files (40 sheets)
Pack of A4 plastic pockets
Line refill paper
Required Text:
Aldrich, W. (2008). Metric Pattern Cutting for Women’s Wear. 5th Edition. John Wiley & Sons Ltd, GBR. ISBN: 1 4051 7567 8 approximate cost: $78
This book can be purchased through Whitcoulls, or other online options (including auction sites or book stores).
Part C: On-going Costs
For the duration of the programme there are on-going costs for materials such as fabric, trims, interfacing, threads, printing, photocopying and stationery.
The cost for additional materials is at the discretion of the student and depends on the work produced.
You may be asked to pay for lost or damaged equipment and books that belong to UCOL.
Note: On completion of the programme all equipment and books belonging to UCOL must be returned and debts settled before you can receive your certificate.
We have introduced an admissions process that aims to make sure you are studying at the level you are prepared for, please read
UCOL Admissions Process