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About the course
This diploma builds practical fashion design and product development skills for aspiring designers and apparel professionals. You develop technical capability alongside design theory and studio practice, covering trend forecasting, textile research, illustration and collection planning. The course also introduces industry-used digital tools such as CAD, grading and 3D virtual sampling, with an emphasis on ethical and sustainable design approaches in modern fashion studios. The programme trains digital design tools, visual production, and portfolio development for creative workplaces.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue entry-level roles across fashion design and apparel production, applying skills in concept development, patternmaking and product preparation. Typical opportunities include working in fashion studios or manufacturing environments supporting sampling, technical specifications and quality outcomes. Possible roles include Garment Technologist, Junior Designer and Patternmaker, building a pathway into broader apparel and textiles design and product development work at diploma level.
Living Costs in Perth**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321 |
Average Salary***
