Fashion Design (Level 4)

Technician The aim of the program:

In this course the student builds on the core skills aquired at level 3 to enable them to develop, design and manipulate new and exisiting patterns.

 

As part of the course, the student designs and constructs their own garments, introducing students to a variety of textiles and pattern matching requirements.

 

This course enables the designer to greatly expand their vision while providing practical knowledge and skills to enable them to set up their own design or manufacturing business.

 

As part of this course we actively encourage students to participate in industry and DAS fashion events.

  

From the feedback forms:

"The tutors are very helpful and have a genuine interest in the student and their success"

 

"An excellent balance of tutorials and practical. Very approachable with a great sense of humour"

 

"Learning at your own pace is exellent as some people are slower/faster than others and it allows you to study without the added stress of working to somebody elses speed"

 

"It is a very challenging course, great environment and the tutors are always happy and very understanding"

 

"I would highly recommend DAS to anyone who wanst to study more in the apparel field, I find the staff and tutors very friendly, approachable and helpful. I don't want to leave"

 

"Excellent - says it all really"

 

"Definately in the category of EXCELLENT"

 

"Thankyou to the tutor for all her hardwork, I am grateful to be here. I can't believe you were my second choice - why go elsewhere???"

 

"Course is very well developed, resourced and feels like family."

 

 
Villa Maria Coult Couture Runner up 2007

Highlights of the course:

  • NZ experienced tutors
  • Manipulating existing blocks
  • Identify garment shapes & design details from an original sketch
  • Draft new pattern from an original sketch
  • Garment construction and sewing sequences
  • Small business studies
Entry requirements:
  • Garment design to NZQA level 3 standard or suitable work experience
  • Apply on application form
  • Conversational english
  • Numeracy and Literacy skills sufficent to complete the course
  • Ability to sew to NZQA Level 3 standard - preferred
Duration of study:
  • Start anytime (dependant on available space)
  • 22 weeks Full time
  • Days Mon to Thurs (8:30am - 3:00pm)
Qualifications Offered:
  • National Certificate in Clothing Manufacture - Level 4
Career Opportunities:
  • Designer/design assistant
  • Fashion retail
  • Patternmaker/pattern grader
  • Supervisory positions in manufacturing environment

Further study options:

  • AUT - Diploma in Fashion Design
  • Unitec - Costume Design

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