Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles Bachelor of International Studies

University of Technology Sydney

Australia, Sydney

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University of Technology Sydney

Australia , Sydney

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

077338D

Campuses

City campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesDecember-2025

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Duration 5 year(s)

Tuition Fee

AUD 46,752 / year

Next Intake December-2025

Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles Bachelor of International Studies

About

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This course version is for students commencing in 2022 and onwards.

This course is tailored for aspiring professionals eager to make their mark in the global fashion industry. Choose this course to embark on a career that spans design, production, and creative direction within the dynamic world of fashion and textiles. Its unique combination with International Studies sets it apart, equipping you with cultural and linguistic insights that complement your design expertise.

You'll gain a robust foundation in both conceptual thinking and practical garment creation, enabling you to turn innovative ideas into impactful fashion pieces. Learn through hands-on workshops led by industry experts, and engage in real-world projects with leading brands. The course fosters a balance between creative experimentation and commercial awareness, preparing you to lead in the fashion sector.

Your learning experience will be interactive and collaborative, with a focus on developing the communication and teamwork skills vital for success in the industry. Graduates are globally recognised, with many securing roles in major fashion capitals and with top designers.

By the end of the course, you'll have a deep understanding of design theory and practice, the ability to articulate a personal design philosophy, and the skills to thrive in international contexts. Career paths range from design and production to fashion media and marketing, with opportunities to work with renowned brands or launch your own business.

While UTS recognises that a commercial framework is important, students are encouraged to become industry leaders through a focus on innovation, experimentation, individual expression and the future of fashion. They have full access to world-class textile and fashion workshops, working under the close supervision of expert staff. This experimental spirit is balanced by close industry ties. Students get the opportunity to work on real-world projects with brands such as Jets Swimwear, Think Positive, Australian Wool Innovation, Calcoup Knitwear and Swarovski.

UTS also understands that the fashion industry is as much about people as it is about garments: using studios and interdisciplinary subjects, students gain the communication and teamwork skills to develop, articulate and sell their creations to peers and industry. Graduates are recognised globally and many have gone on to work or study overseas, including fashion capitals London, New York, Tokyo and Milan. Leading international designers employing UTS graduates include Alexander McQueen, Kenzo, Abercrombie and Fitch, and Helmut Lang.

The international experience of the international studies component further enhances career prospects.

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Course aims

The course is designed to provide students with an outlook and ambition that extends beyond the university, cultivating a collaborative and global vision of design. Central to the course is the integration of theory and practice in relation to fashion and textile design. Students are expected to develop an understanding of the formation and application of their own individual design language and theoretical position in relationship to historical and contemporary contexts.

The first year introduces design principles and challenges design thinking. Within the second year students have the opportunity to diversify according to their area of interest and strength in areas including innovation in material research, types of technologies, engaging with digital design, methods of construction, approaches to either flat patternmaking or drape.

The fashion studio and professional practice subjects in third year have been designed to extend students' understanding of global fashion and to provide them with a choice of design projects and areas of specialisation.

A further two years of study introduce and consolidate the learning of a language and culture other than English.

Innovation and Transdisciplinary program

Transdisciplinary Electives at UTS Employers tell us the skills our graduates acquire from undertaking a Transdisciplinary Elective sets them apart from the crowd. That’s why we have embedded this program into every undergraduate degree. All you need to do is choose the Elective that inspires you the most. Transdisciplinary Electives integrate knowledge from multiple disciplines, allowing you to approach complex problems from a range of perspectives. By combining methods and insights from various disciplines, transdisciplinary learning often leads to breakthrough ideas and creative innovations that may not be possible within the confines of a single discipline. If you find yourself rapt by the world of innovation – you can pair your core degree with a Diploma in Innovation, graduating with two qualifications in the same timeframe. In both instances, you’ll work on a real-world challenge presented by an industry partner organisation – partners who often create career pathways for our graduates. * Excludes students concurrently enrolled in the Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission requirements

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

UTS: Design, Architecture and Building may consider applications based on the results of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) if students lack academic qualifications but have extensive professional experience. The STAT is conducted through Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER).

Students must refer to the inherent requirements for all degrees offered by Design and Architecture in the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building and for the Bachelor of International Studies offered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL iBT: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level.

UTS: Design, Architecture and Building may consider applications based on the results of the Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) if students lack academic qualifications but have extensive professional experience. The STAT is conducted through Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER).

Students must refer to the inherent requirements for all degrees offered by Design and Architecture in the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building and for the Bachelor of International Studies offered by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences.

Non-current school leavers are selected on the basis of academic merit or on the basis of portfolio and interview rank.

Students must refer to the portfolio eligibility for the faculty’s consideration in order to get a place.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

English Program Requirements

UTS has English language proficiency requirements for all its courses for all students.

Please check the requirements that apply to you.
Note: These requirements may apply to you, even if you are not an international student.

If you have previously studied in English, you may satisfy the UTS English language requirements in one of several ways. You must have:

Career

Careers

Your future career

Career paths range from design and production to fashion media and marketing, with opportunities to work with renowned brands or launch your own business.