Certificate in Apparel + Fashion Technology - Patternmaking

This course provides students with the skills and knowledge required to create patterns for a wide range of apparel items, including clothing, footwear, and accessories. Students will learn how to use industry-standard software and tools to create accurate and efficient patterns, as well as how to modify existing patterns to fit different body shapes and sizes. Additionally, students will learn about the principles of patternmaking, including scaling, grading, and plotting, and will have the opportunity to apply these principles to real-world projects. By the end of the course, students will have created a portfolio of patterns that showcase their skills and knowledge in apparel and fashion technology.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in patternmaking or who want to gain advanced skills in this area. It is also suitable for fashion designers, textile artists, and other creatives who want to expand their knowledge of apparel and fashion technology.

Join a leading institution for fashion and design education and gain the skills and knowledge you need to succeed in the apparel and fashion technology industries.

Whitecliffe College of Arts & Design is renowned for its excellence in the field of fashion and design. The college's faculty is composed of experienced industry professionals who provide students with hands-on, practical learning experiences. Additionally, Whitecliffe College has established partnerships with leading fashion brands and organizations, providing students with opportunities to gain real-world experience and make valuable connections in the industry.

This programme will broaden your understanding of the terminology and techniques used in fashion garment production.

Students study body measurement, create blocks for men, women, and children, and learn to make, adapt, test-fit, and grade a range of patterns for outerwear garments. Students extend their fabric knowledge, and learn computer tasks for garment production whilst continuing their journey into the realm of commercial fashion design.

Domestic Student Entry Requirements:

• Completed application form

• Minimum Age: Students must turn 17 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe

• Students must have completed the Level 3 Certificate in Apparel and Fashion Technology qualification or be able to demonstrate:

  • Equivalent industry experience

  • Workplace communication skills

  • A competent level of literacy and numeracy

• An entry exam may be required to test the applicant's literacy, numeracy, pattern recognition, garment construction, sequencing, and sewing skills

International Student Entry Requirements:

• Completed application form

• Passport copy

• Minimum Age: Students must turn 18 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe

• IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0 or equivalent

• Students must have completed 10 years of schooling and achievement equivalent to the NCEA Level 2 qualification

• Students must have completed the Level 3 Certificate in Apparel and Fashion Technology qualification or be able to demonstrate:

  • Equivalent industry experience

  • Workplace communication skills

  • A competent level of literacy and numeracy

• An entry exam may be required to test the applicant's literacy, numeracy, pattern recognition, garment construction, sequencing, and sewing skills