Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design
Design
A course by
Whitecliffe College
A three-year degree producing creative and industry-ready graduates for the sustainable fashion sector, with a strong focus on innovative design, ecological responsibility, and professional practice.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 3 years
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Employment eligibility in global fashion industry
Graduates will possess the necessary skills and knowledge for various roles in the local and global fashion sector.
Critical and creative change making
Graduates will be equipped as positive and creative instigators of change for sustainability and innovation.
Professional adaptability and agility
Graduates will be prepared to navigate and lead within the rapidly evolving fashion industry.
What You're Signing Up For
The Bachelor of Sustainable Fashion Design at Whitecliffe offers a future-focused education integrating sustainable fashion research, theory, and creative entrepreneurship. Students develop critical and creative thinking to drive positive change in the fashion industry and produce innovative, ethical, and restorative fashion collections. The degree combines hands-on studio practice, technical and digital skills, earth-centred and regenerative design, and industry engagement, preparing graduates for employment or further study in the field.
Course Content
- Sustainable fashion research and practice
- Theoretical studies in fashion
- Creative enterprise projects
- Pattern making
- Garment construction
- Research, concept and design development
- Surface and material explorations
- Tailoring
- Creative enterprise and industry internships
- Studio practice
- Sustainable fashion practices
- Earth-centred design
- Natural dyeing
- Fashion history and theory
- Fashion illustration
- Adobe Creative Suite skills
- Collection development and professional portfolio
- Presentation at annual Whitecliffe Fashion Show
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 3 with 14 credits each in three approved subjects
UE Literacy (NCEA Level 2 or above, 10 credits with 5 credits each in reading and writing)
UE Numeracy (NCEA Level 1 or above, 10 credits)
or New Zealand Certificate in Apparel and Fashion Technology (Level 4), or NZ Certificate in Fine Arts (Level 4), or NZ Certificate in Digital Media + Design (Level 4) or equivalent
Interview with Programme Head
Letter of Intent
Portfolio containing 12-24 samples of creative work
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Fashion
Sustainable Design
Creative Industries
Future employment opportunities might be
Fashion Designer
Sustainability Consultant
Fashion Stylist
Fashion Marketing
Fashion Design Educator
Patternmaker
Fashion Blogger
Costume Wardrobe Assistant
Sample Machinist
Workroom Assistant
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