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Located 14 kilometres east of Melbourne City, the Elgar campus can be found on Elgar Rd in Box Hill.

Located 14 kilometres east of Melbourne City, the Nelson campus is the second location in Box Hill situated on Whitehorse Road.

Located 15 kilometres east of Melbourne City, the Whitehorse campus can be found on Whitehorse Road in Box Hill.

Our CBD campus is co-located with the Centre for Adult Education in the heart of Melbourne&rsquo;s Central Business District.

Our Lakeside Lilydale campus serves the local community as an active learning centre with a range of vocational and higher education courses. The campus is also home to the Yarra Ranges Tech School.

Diploma of Visual Merchandising

Diploma of

Visual Merchandising

Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Certificate II in

Applied Fashion Design and Technology

Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising

Bachelor of

Fashion Merchandising

This subject fosters the development of the skills necessary to communicate effectively in the fast paced, team-based retail fashion business environment. Students develop their understanding of formal and informal written and oral communications including presentation skills and business written communications. The subject explores the complex communication needs of the fashion retail environment and specifically the buyer role, including negotiation, conflict management, networking, mentoring and diversity.
Students develop an understanding of academic standards and suitable fashion industry research methods.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Essay-30%,Verbal Presentation-40%, Written Portfolio-30%

This subject establishes the major elements of marketing principles and processes. It addresses the role of marketing in the social and economic environment and as a managerial tool. The role of the stylist and its relationship to fashion marketing is explored. Students are introduced to the presentation tools used to promote ideas and products in the fashion industry.

Contact hours are 2 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Marketing assignment case study-40%, Marketing Folio and Presentation -40%,
Stylist Presentation - 20%.

This subject provides a broad understanding of the theoretical and applied aspects of consumer behaviour.
It examines the centrality of consumer behaviour in researching and developing a marketing strategy. The external and internal influences on individual consumer behaviour and consumer decision making are considered.
Students research and analyse consumer behaviour, consumers and shoppers to enable them to prepare reports for marketing plans.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial, for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Market segment report-30%, Consumer behaviour report-40%, Exam-30%

This subject introduces a range of tools and techniques that enable financial decision-making in business. Financial management and its relationship to business decision making is explored as students develop their ability to read and construct key financial statements and business plans. Long term financing and the role of costs, sales and profit in business sustainability are examined.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial for 13 weeks Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Financial analysis case study -30%, Business plan-50%, Business plan presentation-20%

This subject examines differing perspectives on the flow of production and explores the concepts, processes and skills associated with managing workflow, including the analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills required for diagnostic and remedial interventions. Quality control concepts and project management provide the frameworks for understanding fashion industry specific sectors, activities and processes, including the software used to manage production planning and control. Students build on their interpersonal skills to enable them to deal with the human resources aspects of workflow management.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: BUSN102 Communications Assessment: Production research report -30%, Production technical file-50%, Case study presentation-20%

This subject is designed to provide detailed knowledge and understanding of planning and management of special events for the fashion industry such as product launches, industry expos and conferences, fashion parades and exhibitions. Students will gain an understanding of how fashion is promoted through such events and how it relates to associated activities. This subject will enhance students&rsquo; understanding of marketing and the decision-making processes involved in the formation of a successful marketing strategy, and how events can contribute to brand awareness and motivation of internal and external clients. The major project will require students to plan, execute and critically evaluate a fashion event.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: BUSN104 Presentation and Marketing, DIGM108 Social Media Marketing Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Essay-20%, Analysis of a fashion event-30%, Group Event project-50%

This subject addresses the concept of Social Media and Web 2.0 technologies, their evolution and how theories of communities are impacted and enhanced by the use of these technologies. It examines the role of technology in changing the techniques marketers use to communicate with their consumers, including business strategies for incorporating this social media into marketing and promotions and how this technology can be effectively managed and controlled. The subject also examines how consumers use social media to circumvent the traditional methods of marketing and promotion and begin talking directly with other consumers. The subject provides students with practical experience of the creation of marketing products using Web 2.0 technology.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: BUSN104 Presentation and Marketing Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Social media report-30%, Social Media Strategy/ Digital Campaign -50%, Presentation-20%

This subject develops the basic knowledge and skills of website authoring from design to implementation.
It introduces the concepts of aesthetics of web design (colour, fonts, placement, layout, function and purpose) as well the technological principles of web design and display. It examines the different technological platforms (web, mobile devices, apps) and what is required to design for each one. This subject addresses the use of web pages in the larger context of brand communication and social media. It introduces e-business principles for measuring the success of these web technologies.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Comparative essay-40%, Web proposal brief-40%, Web Design presentation-20%

This subject develops the basic skills of website authoring, from design to implementation. Students develop skills in creating digital content for a Content Management System (CMS) and how to apply principles of web design to develop a website using a CMS. Students collaborate on the response to a design brief and the development and presentation of a prototype website for fashion.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: DIGM 204 Aesthetics and Design of Websites Assessment: Written report-30%, Website project-50%, Website Presentation-20%

<div>This subject will explore the concepts of fashion media &amp; photography, editorial styling and the creation of content for fashion marketing, branding and promotion.</div><div> </div><div>Students will develop their knowledge &amp; visual communication skills in the photoshoot production process consisting of styling, photography, set and lighting, model selection and the application of hair and makeup and layouts.</div><div> </div><div>Students are required to create and develop photoshoot concepts for editorial spreads, flat lays and digital marketing assets across all marketing platforms.</div><div>The major project will be the completion of a styling portfolio.</div> Assessment: Assessment 1: Oral presentation (10 mins). Assessment 2: Written Assignment – 1500 words or equivalent. Assessment 3: Folio

This subject is the first of two that requires students to scope, plan, present and manage the development of a comprehensive fashion merchandising solution. In this subject students respond to an authentic industry brief to develop a proposal for a fashion merchandising solution incorporating established, digital, mobile and social media technologies. A project plan supporting the proposed merchandising solution is developed and documented.
Students develop skills in defining and researching a fashion retail market, effective business decision-making, project management, critical analysis and problem solving and presenting a proposal to a panel.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours)for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: DIGM108 Social Media marketing FASH201 Fashion Range Development MERC207 Visual Merchandising DIGM208 Website Design and application Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Fashion brand research report-15%, Project range and marketing plan-35%, Portfolio-15% Project pitch-35%

This subject is the second of two in which students develop and present a comprehensive fashion merchandising solution in response to an industry brief.
Students work in a team to execute a fashion merchandising solution incorporating established, digital and social media technologies.
Students apply project and risk management strategies to manage this real-time project. They review the project and recommend changes for any future strategies.
At the end of the subject the teams present their fashion merchandising solution to an industry panel.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: DIGM304 Fashion Merchandising Project 1 Assessment: Report& project plan-15%, Report and industry presentation-35%, Documentation Folio & Final Industry presentation-50%

The study of design in this subject equips students with a range of conceptual viewpoints. The subject explores the concept of design and aesthetics and its relationship to fashion merchandising and branding. It explores the creative design process through the use of the elements and principles of design including colour, light, line and shape, space, movement, complexity, order and novelty. The subject analyses key aspects of the experiential fashion consumer experience, and analyses iconic brands and retailers from a design and aesthetic viewpoint.

Contact hours are 2 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Presentation-20%, Written Aesthetic brand profile-30%, Fashion Design folio and reflection-50%

This subject provides the student with the skills and knowledge to identify fibres and fabrications and to understand their performance characteristics and suitability for a range of end uses. The subject examines finishes, stitching and construction methods to determine the best choice consistent with the garment design, end use and price. It considers the impact of sustainability and environmental considerations on fibre and fabric choice. Standards, testing, labelling and care instructions requirements are addressed.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Woven fabric portfolio-15%,Essay-40%, Non woven fabric portfolio-15%, Technical file-30%

This subject introduces computer aided design (CAD) using industry specific software and uses it to create a basic seasonal range plan for a target market. It builds on the knowledge of design elements and principles acquired in 101 Design Principles. Students develop core skills and knowledge in the application of Illustrator and Photoshop to communicate and deliver a basic range plan that demonstrates an understanding of the fashion market in response to an industry generated brief. They draw on previously developed knowledge of the consumer market, target customer, trend research, and fabric and style directions to develop and present the plan.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial (4 hours)for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: FASH101 Design Principles 101, MERC107 Retail Buying 107 Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Marketing research report-40%, CAD portfolio-20%, Trend report and range plan-40%

In this subject students move beyond the design phase to the actual development phase of a fashion range by developing a complex, seasonal, fully co-ordinated range plan and a monthly modification timetable in response to an industry brief. The subject explores critical aspects of integrating product knowledge, visual merchandising principles and marketing into the final complex range plan documentation and presentation.
Students extend and deepen their skills in computer aided design (CAD) using industry-specific software and enhancements. This subject links strongly to Visual Merchandising and students will be required to co-ordinate the complex range plan with the in-store visual merchandising plan prepared in 207.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: FASH 201 Fashion Range Design 201 Corequisites: MERC 207 Visual Merchandising 207 Assessment: Fashion brand & marketing report-40%, CAD portfolio-30%, Visual range plan presentation-30%

This subject provides the knowledge and skills needed to work professionally and manage a career in the fashion merchandising industry. The subject presents a broad overview of management, leadership styles and workplace cultures. It identifies key conceptual, procedural and dispositional capacities. Students develop a profile of their strengths, weaknesses, knowledge, skills, abilities, graduate attributes and employability skills. They reflect on their profile and apply it to a career management strategy. At the end of this subject the student will have identified and secured fashion merchandising industry experience that will complement their career development goals.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Workplace culture essay-40%, Fashion leader report-20%, Career E-Portfolio-30%, Internship presentation-10%

In this subject students undertake a fashion merchandising internship with a fashion firm. They carry out and review the activities planned in Workplace Internship 1. Students use action learning and reflective practice to engage with and apply the theory and principles encountered throughout the course. The internship is an opportunity to observe, gain and critically assess new skills and knowledge, reflect on the implications for the future and refine career goals and directions accordingly.

Contact hours are 2 hour tutorial for 4 weeks or online. Prerequisites: FASH301 Workplace Internship 1 Corequisites: NIL Assessment: E-Portfolio-30%, Industry project- 40%, Digital career profile-30%,

This subject provides students with an understanding of entrepreneurship, innovation and new venture management. Students learn how to leverage business management knowledge and apply it to entrepreneurial ventures. A key focus is the creative development of enterprising, innovative and entrepreneurial approaches, leadership skills and behaviours to ensure effective establishment, employment in or management of entrepreneurial and innovative activities regardless of organisational context.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: BUSS 202 Business Planning and Finance Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Essay-30%, Presentation on an entrepreneurial/ innovative fashion business -20%, Group project-50%

The aim of this subject is to equip students with the capacity to comprehend, anticipate and adapt to emerging and future developments in fashion retail merchandising, with particular emphasis on ethical considerations and implications. The product, manufacturing processes, systems and consumer behaviour changes will be analysed as possible sources of future trends. Students will develop a clear understanding of professional ethics and responsibilities that will assist them in future challenges the fashion industry may face. Change management concepts and implementation will also be covered.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 1 hour tutorial, 2 hour practical (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: BUSS206 Managing Production Flow Assessment: Practical Research project-50%, Essay on Sustainability-30%, Presentation-20%

This is an Elective subject. This subject will develop a practical understanding of economic concepts related to the fashion retail industry, including opportunity costs, why countries trade, scarcity and demand and supply. It will equip students with the ability to understand why organisations and consumers behave in a certain way, and why governments sometimes intervene in the economy.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Case study report-60%, Exam-40%

This subject focuses on the sociological, psychological and cultural aspects of fashion over time. This subject develops the notion of how fashion influences the individual and society. Fashion theories are used to facilitate understanding of the history of fashion and its role in society. The meaning of fashion and its relationship to the body is explored as well as how the meaning of fashion can vary depending on age, gender, ethnicity, culture and religion. Fashion is examined as a reflection of larger societal processes such as environmental and technological change.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Reflective journal-30%, Oral presentation-30%, Fashion theory essay-40%

This subject introduces the role of Fashion Buying and the relationship of this role to other organisational roles.
The subject examines the changing nature of fashion retailing, retail organisational structures and the various roles in the industry. The principles and practices of buying and their centrality to retailing are examined.
The functions, tasks and techniques of the retail fashion buyer are introduced, including trend research, product positioning and pricing, product life cycle, assortment planning, range development, sourcing and buying fashion ranges. The subject explores fashion forecasting and analysis of trends and the application of this information to a fashion range.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: BUSN102 Communications Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Case study-30%, Trend forecasting report & presentation-40%, Buyers Interview & report -30%

Fashion buyers require industry specific mathematical, statistical and analytical skills to plan a profitable product range and forecast its financial performance. This subject addresses the formulation of a stock and sales plan using industry formulas and calculations including pricing strategies, margin percentages, mark-ups, markdowns, stock turnover, sales ratios, sales averages, Gross Margin Return On Inventory (GMROI) and Gross margin Return on Footage (GMROF). Students use industry specific software and spreadsheets to display, analyse, review and report on the performance of sample products and ranges. The interface between the roles of the buyer and planner is explored.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: MERC107 Retail buying Assessment: Assignment Buy plan - 40%, Buy Plan analysis report -20%, Exam-40%

This subject covers the theories and concepts underlying visual merchandising and how it can create in-store environments to support the retail marketing and merchandising strategy. Students&rsquo; visual merchandising skills are developed through the use of specialist industry software to create a fully merchandised virtual store. Planograms, store layouts and application of merchandising strategies to maximise allocated space within traditional retail environments are explored. Students apply visual merchandising 3D awareness and skills to 2D web-based applications. The subject analyses the visual merchandising element of breakthrough retail strategies.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hours tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: FASH 101 Design Principles 101 Corequisites: FASH 205 Fashion Range Development 205 Assessment: Merchandising essay-30%, Visual Merchandising window display-30%, 3D Visual Merchandising store plan & presentation - 40%

This subject covers the external and international environment relating to the sourcing, transporting and distribution of fashion products efficiently in the retail market. The subject examines the concepts and principles of the retail supply chain together with the application of analysis methods to improve performance. Inventory management, international transportation and software tracking systems are addressed. Corporate social responsibility, ethics and sustainability in a global context are examined.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Essay-30%, International fashion supply chain case study-30%, Exam-40%

Bachelor of Fashion

Fashion

This subject will foster the development of the skills necessary to communicate effectively in the fast-paced and team-based fashion industry. Students will develop their understanding of formal and informal written and oral communications including presentation skills and written business communications. The complex communication needs and the specific roles within the fashion industry will be explored including negotiation, conflict management, networking, mentoring, diversity, organisational politics and crisis management. Students will also develop an understanding of academic standards and suitable fashion industry research methods.

 Contact hours are 1 hour lecture and 2 hour tutorial for 13 weeks Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Essay-30%, Verbal presentation-40%, Written portfolio-30%

This subject establishes the major elements of marketing principles and processes for fashion brands. It addresses the role of marketing in the social and economic environment and as a managerial tool. The role of the stylist and its relationship to fashion marketing is explored. Students are also introduced to the presentation tools used to promote ideas and products in the fashion industry.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture and 3 hour tutorial for 13 weeks Prerequisites: BUSS103 Communications Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Stylist presentation-20%,Marketing report-40%, Marketing Folio and presentation-40%

This subject builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the first year subject Presentation and Marketing. In this subject students will evaluate and develop a digital marketing strategy for a fashion brand. They will examine the role of technology in changing the techniques marketers use to communicate with their consumers, including business strategies for incorporating websites and social media into marketing and promotions and how this technology can be effectively managed and controlled. Students will also examine how consumers use social media to circumvent the traditional methods of marketing and promotion and begin talking directly with other consumers via technologies like Facebook and Twitter. The subject provides students with practical experience of the creation of marketing products using Web technology.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: BUSS104 Presentation and Marketing Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Social media strategy report-30%, Blog-50%, Presentation-20%

This subject examines differing perspectives on managing the production process for developing a fashion range either locally or offshore. Students will explore the concepts, processes and skills associated with managing workflow, including the analytical and interpersonal skills required for solving problem production issues. Supply chain concepts and project management provide the frameworks for understanding fashion industry-specific sectors, including the software used to manage production planning and quality control processes. Students will also investigate and evaluate ethical and sustainable production processes utilised by fashion brands in the fashion industry.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Production Research Report-30%, Production Technical file-50%, Case study presentation-20%

This subject offers the knowledge and skills needed to work professionally and manage a career in the fashion industry. The subject presents a broad overview of management, leadership styles and workplace cultures. It identifies key conceptual, procedural and dispositional capacities. Students develop a profile of their strengths, weaknesses, knowledge, skills, abilities, graduate attributes and employability skills. They reflect on their profile and apply it to a career management strategy. At the end of this subject the student will have identified and secured a fashion industry internship that will complement their career development goals.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 2 hour tutorial (3 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Essay on workplace culture-40%, Fashion Header Report-20%, Career E-Portfolio -30%, Internship presentation-10%

In this subject students undertake a fashion internship with a fashion organisation. Students will undertake and review the activities planned in Workplace Internship 1. Students use action learning and reflective practice to engage with, and apply the theory and principles encountered throughout the course. The internship is an opportunity to observe, gain and critically assess new skills and knowledge, reflect on the implications for the future, and refine career goals and directions accordingly.

Contact hours are 2 hour tutorial for 4 weeks or online. Prerequisites: 301 Workplace Internship 1 Corequisites: NIL Assessment: E-Portfolio - 30%, Industry Project - 40%, Digital career profile - 30%.

The aim of this subject is to equip students with the capacity to comprehend, anticipate and adapt to emerging and future developments in the fashion industry, with particular emphasis on ethical and sustainability considerations and implications. Students will not only be able to analyse the &lsquo;product&rsquo; as a vehicle for change in the industry, but also to consider production processes, systems and consumer behaviour in the broader context of the global fashion business. Students will develop a clear understanding of professional ethics and corporate responsibility that will assist them in coming to grips with future challenges the fashion industry may face and with ways of addressing these changes. The subject builds on students&rsquo; understanding of garment construction from the technology and production subjects, whilst informing and contextualising decisions made in the Design Directions subjects.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 1 hour tutorial, 2 hour practical for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: BUSS204 Managing Production Flow Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Practical Research Project -50%, Essay on sustainability-30%, Presentation-20%

As an introduction to the Design strand, this subject is initially concerned with the foundations of design and developing a fashion range focussing on lower-body garments. This subject underpins creative development; ensuring students gain visual and conceptual training while learning about the cultural context of fashion through introductory studies in the history of fashion and society. The elements and principles of design will be explored. Students will also develop core skills and knowledge in the application of CAD (computer aided design) including Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop. Approaches to the study of design in this subject will equip students with a range of conceptual viewpoints using visual research techniques. This approach is intended to encourage individuals to start to construct a personally meaningful overview of fashion design, and form an understanding of the creative process through interaction.

 Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial, 2 hour CAD for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: Nil Corequisites: TECH103-Patternmaking Essentials, PROD103- Garment Fundamentals 1 Assessment: Elements and Principles of Design Folio-20%,
Written Assignment 
History of fashion- 20%, Presentation of CAD folio- 20%,
Presentation of Design Folio and Presentation-40%

Building upon studies completed in first semester, students will further develop their understanding and knowledge of researching and designing a fashion range. This subject explores design concepts focusing on the upper body and introduces the theory of range development and assortment planning for a commercial fashion range. Expanding on the cultural context of fashion, students will be introduced to fashion theorists and their influence on fashion and society. The visual language of international designer will also be explored. Students will build their skills and knowledge of fashion illustration, technical sketching and CAD design related to the upper body. Through the undertaking of a major design brief and the introduction of a range of symbolic and visual communication methods, students will develop their ability to express their ideas using fashion industry methods and expand their knowledge of the global fashion industry. 
Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial, 2 hour CAD for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: DESN103-Design Foundations, TECH103- Pattern making Essentials, PROD103-Garment Fundamentals 1 Corequisites: TECH104 Pattern Making Methods, PROD104, Garment Fundamentals 2 Assessment: Written Assignment-20%, Design Folio & Presentation Final range -40%, CAD folio-25%, International Designer Presentation - 15%.

As a context for the further development of design skills, this subject provides students an opportunity to explore a range of design concepts from differing fashion viewpoints. Students will engage further in fashion theory including cultural, social and political aspects of fashion in which to view the diversity of the fashion industry. The students' exploration of style, shape, surface qualities, fabric manipulation and embellishment provides the medium through which to express notions of diversity. Concepts of creativity will be explored to enhance the development of experimental and innovative design concepts. Emphasis is placed on exploratory 2D and 3D design. Students will also be required to extend their ability to communicate visually using CAD to refine their personal design. This subject requires students to synthesise knowledge and skills gained in the technology and production subjects, as well as utilising their conceptual understanding developed in previous design subjects to create their own personal designs.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: DESN104 Design Motivations Corequisites: TECH203 Pattern Making Technologies; PROD203 Personalised Garment Range Assessment: Comparative essay-30%, Experimental folioâ€“20%, Presentation of Design Folio & Final range-50%

This design subject requires students to deepen their analytical and conceptual thinking and individual approach to fashion design. The meaning of fashion will be further investigated to broaden the students understanding of the influence of fashion on the individual and society. Students will explore the process of creating a unique &lsquo;capsule collection&rsquo; for a target market whilst developing their skills and knowledge of tailoring. The principles of range planning will be applied to the development of the capsule collection. The major design project will also provide students the opportunity to expand on their understanding of fashion marketing and professional presentation methods through the development of visual marketing and promotional materials.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour tutorial (4 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: DESN203 Design Style, Shape and Surface Corequisites: TECH204 Refined Pattern Making; PROD204 Commercial Garment Range Assessment: Presentation-20%, Marketing folio-30%, Presentation of Design Folio & Final range-50%

The aim of this subject is to enable students to define their potential career direction, and to design and develop a showcase collection for the runway, which reflects their design aesthetic, skills and knowledge. The purpose is for students to further develop their professional voice and creative vision as a designer, while identifying where this role sits in the broader fashion industry context. The development of the students&rsquo; showcase collection will be underpinned by theory, conceptual research and knowledge. This subject is intended to advance the students&rsquo; ability to research their target audience, while demonstrating their ability to successfully plan and market a fashion range. Students will also create a fashion blog as a communication tool to critically reflect on the progress of their showcase range. As an integrated studies unit, this subject will also build on the design, technology and production subject knowledge from years one and two with the introduction of new experimental and innovative skills and techniques.

Contact hours are 1 lecture, 7 hour tutorial + practical (8hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: DESN204 Design Developments, TECH204 Refined Pattern Making Methods, PROD204 Commercial Garment Range Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Range Design Essay -20%, Experimental Design & Technical folio-20%, Fashion blog-20%, Presentations of Showcase Range & technical folio -40%

This final design subject consolidates the student&rsquo;s research, analytical and practical skills and knowledge in relation to design development, processes and outcomes. The aim of this subject is to assist students to articulate a clear understanding of their potential place in the fashion industry based on interaction with peers, lecturers and industry professionals &ndash; all underpinned by the accumulated knowledge, experience and meaning gained in associated subjects and study. Students will be required to use theoretical frameworks to reflect upon, refine and extend their stated intentions in Design Directions 1, resulting in an informed and focused showcase collection. They will also draw on their understanding of fashion business established in their business studies to develop an integrated marketing plan to launch and promote their fashion brand/collection. Students will be given the opportunity to present their showcase range in an end-of-year fashion event to industry professionals.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 7 hour tutorial + practical (8 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: DESN301 Design Directions 1 Corequisites: NIL Assessment: Marketing Folio-20%, Marketing campaign report & blog-30%, Design and technical folio-20%, Showcase range presentation and design & technical folio-30%

This subject focuses on the fundamental knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for garment construction and commercial apparel production processes. These processes will include construction sequence plans, specifications and sourcing of production components. Complementing this, students will investigate a range of fabrications and construction techniques specifically relevant to lower body garments. Students will undertake garment analysis and develop effective communication strategies for the construction of garments for commercial production. The key outcome of this subject will be the realisation of a lower body garment applying their own choice of fabric and design ideas.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: TECH103 Pattern Making Essentials, DESN103 Design Foundations Assessment: Fabric File-30%,Online Discussion forum-20%,Technical File and Prototype of original garment-50%

Building on skills and knowledge gained in first semester, students will continue to build their understanding of interpreting design ideas into realisable garments. This subject will focus on the bodice block and investigate the construction techniques for upper body garments. Through the construction of experimental toiles, students will gain a sound understanding of commercial garment production processes and will be introduced to the concepts of pricing and costing for locally sourced garments. This knowledge will then be applied to the design and manufacture of a shirt design of their choice, alongside an investigation into fashion fabrics and their performance.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture 3 hour practical for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: PROD103 Garment Fundamentals1 Corequisites: TECH104 Pattern Making Methods, DESN104 Design Motivations Assessment: Fabric File and written Essay-40%, Technical File-25%, Production and presentation of final garment-35%

Building on the previous production-strand subjects, students will extend their conceptual understanding of the creation of garments at a professional level, while developing advanced skills and knowledge. This is intended to further their capacity to construct garments of greater design complexity. Students will integrate and apply their learning through the construction of a range of garments using machine techniques, and through testing and evaluating a range of fabrics, embellishments and experimental stitching techniques to produce an individual dress design. Quality control standards will be assessed to consolidate an understanding of production processes.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: PROD104 Garment Fundamentals 2 Corequisites: TECH203 Pattern Making Technologies, DESN203 Design Style, Shape & Surface Assessment: Research Assignment-40%, Technical folio-20%, Production and presentation of original garments-40%

This final unit of study in the production strand will allow students to consolidate and apply a technical and conceptual framework to the whole production planning process. This will be achieved by the production of a capsule collection that is expressive of a personal style and in accordance to industry production standards for a target market. Students will develop a deeper understanding of complex construction techniques with a focus on tailoring. Students will also undertake an investigation of mass manufacturing and production to further consolidate their understanding of commercial production practices.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: PROD203 Personalised Garment Range Corequisites: TECH204 Refined Patternmaking Methods, DESN204 Design Development Assessment: Research Assignment-30%, Production of original tailoring range-40%, Technical folio-30%,

Students will acquire fundamental knowledge of patternmaking for fashion design and commercial manufacturing. Students will learn how to translate fashion drawings into flat patterns to be translated into three dimensional forms. This subject will contribute to the formation of a conceptual framework within which decisions are made regarding choice of materials referenced to design, pattern, and production and end-use criteria. Focussing specifically on lower-body garments, students will acquire an understanding and awareness of the relationship between the flat pattern, materials, the human form, fit and the ways in which various pattern shapes interact in the creation of garments. Students will also be introduced to computer-aided patternmaking techniques to create and modify patterns.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical (4hrs) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: NIL Corequisites: DESN103 Design Foundations, PROD103 Garment Fundamentals 1 Assessment: Pattern Technical Folio-40%,CAD Technical Folio-30%,Manual Pattern Exam-30%

Building on the first patternmaking subject, students will extend and consolidate knowledge and understanding of patternmaking used in fashion design and commercial manufacturing. Students will learn to identify and interpret drawings and develop patterns to transform 2D drawings to 3D garments focusing on upper-body garments. Students will extend their knowledge of the constraints that materials place on pattern construction and expand their understanding of the relationship between the flat pattern, the human form and fit. Computer-aided patternmaking techniques for the upper body will be applied, further developing their CAD skills established in the first semester.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical (4 hours) for 13 weeks Prerequisites: TECH103 Pattern Making Essentials, DESN103 Design Foundations, PROD103 Garment Fundamentals 1 Corequisites: DESN104 Design Motivations, PROD104 Garment Fundamentals 2 Assessment: Pattern Technical Folio-25%, Pattern for original garment-25%, CAD Technical Folio-20%, Manual Pattern Exam-30%

Students will extend their conceptual framework and gain a greater depth of knowledge and understanding of patternmaking procedures and technologies in manual and computer-aided pattern making with the introduction of grading. Students will acquire an understanding of differences in patternmaking technologies, their attributes and applications through construction of patterns for a range of complex garment types with a focus on the dress block. Woven and knit fabric structure will be further considered in relation to patternmaking. Students will develop more advanced manual pattern techniques and will further develop draping concepts for pattern development.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical. Prerequisites: DESN203 Design Style, Shape & Surface, PROD203 Personalised Garment Range Corequisites: TECH104 Patternmaking Methods Assessment: CAD tech file-20%, Pattern technical folio-50%, Manual pattern exam-30%

Students will apply accumulated knowledge to integrate and extend concepts, understanding and skills in the selection and application of patternmaking technologies. They will acquire a greater depth of knowledge, functions and applications of a variety of patternmaking methods. The focus of this subject is developing patterns for a tailored jacket capsule collection. Students will use their understanding, skills and critical judgement in the appropriate selection and use of a variety of manual patternmaking techniques. They will learn to analyse and monitor CAD and manual techniques to ensure quality maintenance for a range of fashion products.

Contact hours are 1 hour lecture, 3 hour practical (4 hours) for 13 weeks. Prerequisites: TECH203 Patternmaking Technologies Corequisites: DESN204 Design Developments, PROD204 Commercial Garment Range Assessment: CAD technical file-20%,Pattern development and technical folio-50%, Manual pattern exam-30%

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Explore studying the different elements of fashion at Box Hill Institute and discover the options a creative career offers you.
When you become a fashion professional you enter a world of glamour, inspiration, hard work and abundant imagination and creativity.
Learn how to make informed decisions for a career path in the fashion industry. Study subjects like design, pattern making, garment construction, fashion illustration and textiles. Our courses teach you about styling and merchandising, and learn from our experienced teachers how to run a business in the fashion industry.
Over the two year course you will produce a design folio and several garments of your choice using industry standard equipment in our creative design hub.
Become a fashion professional at Box Hill Institute and have the career of your dreams.

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Our Creative Design Hub offers students a great place to train, join and collaborate with other likeminded creatives. It's where we nurture tomorrow’s fashion and creative professionals. 

Qualifications	National Code
Diploma of Visual Merchandising	SIR50217
Certificate II in Applied Fashion Design and Technology	MST20616
Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising	BFM01
Bachelor of Fashion Merchandising (International)	BFM01
Bachelor of Fashion	BAF02
Bachelor of Fashion (International)	BAF02

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