Fashion (STAR Distance Learning)
Design
A course by
SIT
Students learn the design development process and apply it to create their own collection of fashion garments, including knowledge of materials, pattern adaptation, garment construction, and fashion drawing. STAR course for NZ secondary schools only.
Online study
Flexible online learning from anywhere
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Understand clothing materials
Describe knowledge of clothing materials relevant to the clothing industry and apply this understanding to fashion design.
Adapt commercial patterns
Adapt commercial patterns to suit personal design and construction projects.
Garment construction skills
Prepare for and construct a leisure garment following the principles of design and commercial pattern usage.
What You're Signing Up For
This STAR course teaches students the full process of fashion design, from understanding clothing materials to adapting commercial patterns, constructing garments, and producing fashion drawings. Designed for secondary school students, the course combines practical hands-on tasks with creative design development, culminating in the design and creation of a personal fashion collection. It includes the completion of combined unit standards US6685 and US6292.
Course Content
- Design development process in fashion
- Knowledge of clothing materials in the clothing industry (US4838)
- Adapting commercial garment patterns (US6685)
- Preparing for and constructing a leisure garment (US6692)
- Preparing and producing fashion drawings (US16837)
What you need to know first
Available only to NZ secondary school students via STAR/Gateway application
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Fashion
Design
Textiles
Future employment opportunities might be
Preparation for entry-level roles in fashion design, garment construction, or further study in fashion or design
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