Course Overview

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.

General Eligibility

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

Part Time Work Details

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Language Requirement

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