Fashion Design Major - Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa

Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand, Auckland

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Auckland University of Technology

New Zealand , Auckland

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

AK3619

Campuses

City Campus

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines23-Feb-2026

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

NZD 42,692 / year

Next Intake 23-Feb-2026

Fashion Design Major - Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa

About

Study fashion design, and develop a strong conceptual design style and practical design skills – from drawing and pattern cutting to understanding the business of fashion. Access world-class facilities and make industry connections.

The Fashion Design major focuses on conceptualising and developing innovative products that respond to major changes in the consumption of fashion. You can access our industry-standard machinery and digital technologies, as well as our suite of art and design labs, to turn your designs into reality.

You may also be able to show your creations at the AUT Graduate Fashion Show, which features collections by a selection of top final-year AUT fashion design students. The event is attended by fashion media and industry, AUT staff and students as well as their family and friends.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Standard

Tertiary requirements

One year of successful study at bachelor level at a recognised institute, or equivalent, or

Successful completion of an Associate degree at a recognised institute, or

Successful completion of a Diploma at a recognised college of technology, or

Successful completion of a junior Health Diploma at a recognised institute, or

Successful completion of a higher technical institute Diploma at a recognised institute

English Program Requirements

IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall with all bands 5.5 or higher; or equivalent.

Career

Career opportunities if you study the Fashion Design major

Careers in fashion can follow two different pathways.

The design pathway involves the creation of garments and ranges, researching ideas, creating concepts, preparing designs and developing fashion products.

The commercial pathway involves the business of design, strategising, buying, forecasting, retail and the organisational aspects of fashion.

Roles can include: