New Zealand Certificate in Fashion (Level 4)

About the programme

Got a passion for fashion and wondering how to transform that enthusiasm into a career in the fashion industry? Look no further!

This hands-on programme will allow you to build your portfolio to apply for our Bachelor of Design (Fashion) or to gain entry-level roles assisting with design, styling, retail/merchandising, and basic garment construction.

You will learn about fashion design and textiles concepts, fashion industry practice, and fashion production as you develop fashion garments and outcomes. This studio work becomes your portfolio. 

The fashion world is fast-paced, exciting, and diverse, and with commitment and further study, you could consider career paths including fashion design, fashion journalism, buying, patternmaking, styling, or costume design for film/theatre/television.

The School of Design is internationally-recognised as a great place to study fashion. You will be part of a vibrant fashion and design culture with access to modern design facilities and guidance and support from highly skilled lecturers.

Entry

Skills needed to work in this area

• Creativity and vision.
• The ability to see an idea through from concept to reality.
• Enthusiasm and willingness to develop practical abilities
• The ability to communicate your ideas to others.
• An interest in people and the world around you.
• An enjoyment of working with others.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

• Open entry.

Additional requirements

To be considered for selection into this programme, you are required to supply the following:

• A 300-word statement expressing your interest in working within the Fashion Industry.
• You may also be asked to attend an interview.

English requirements

• If English is not your first language, you must provide:
  • New Zealand University Entrance OR
  • Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
  • Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for list of recognised proficiency tests).

If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.

Want your existing skills recognised?

If you have extensive knowledge and skills due to practical experience in this area, please ask us about our recognition of prior learning process. You may have already gained credits towards this qualification and could achieve it in a shorter timeframe. Please email [email protected] or call 0800 762 786.