AD013 - Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile Merchandising
Plan: AD013 - Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile Merchandising
Campus: Brunswick Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile Merchandising
Award abbreviation: AssocDegFash&TextMerch
Total credit points: 192
Career: UGRD
Duration: 2 year full time - 4 semesters
Location: Onshore, Brunswick Campus
Owning school: Creative Industries (515T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
ASCED code: 100599
CRICOS code: 071874F
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
Upon successful completion of the program, you will have gained broad knowledge and skills for paraprofessional work and/or further learning within the fashion and textiles industry. This program will give you theoretical and technical knowledge of specific areas such as product development, supply chain, marketing, CAD/IT, fashion materials,digital strategies for fashion, buying and merchandise planning.
You will learn to research, analyse, interpret and transmit solutions to unpredictable and sometimes complex problems. This learning will be applied through project work, case studies and practical assignments. You will also learn how to make judgements and work autonomously with defined responsibility before you apply and implement any actions or recommendations in fashion and textiles business environments. Your experience in taking an active role in industry projects will help you develop work-ready capabilities and skills to promote yourself to prospective employers or potential clients in the local or global context.
In your second year, you will undertake a capstone experience in "The Retail Initiative" (TRI) within GRAP2443 Fashion and Textiles Industry Research and GRAP2444 Fashion Apparel Product Development. This experience will enable you to synthesise and integrate your knowledge, connect theory and practice, and holistically demonstrate the program learning outcomes.
This program will also prepare you for career paths that include a range of areas such as Product Development, Merchandise Management, Merchandise Planning, Allocation Analyst, Retail Management, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Fashion Marketing and Fashion Logistics. This program will also prepare you to continue into higher education studies to further your exploration of concepts and research.
All courses in this program are offered online and remotely.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Successful completion of the Diploma of Visual Merchandising guarantees entry into this program.
Successful completion of the Diploma of Fashion Styling guarantees entry into this program.
On successful completion of the Associate Degree you will be eligible to apply for entry to a number of Bachelor degree programs including BP327 Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise) and BP326 Bachelor of Fashion and Textiles (Sustainable Innovation).
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.
Top of pageEntrance requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Year 12 (or equivalent senior secondary school) qualification.
For equivalents to Australian academic entry requirements, see the Country equivalents web page.
Prerequisites
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.
International English language requirement
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent.
For equivalents to English entry requirements, see the English equivalents web page
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in the Associate Degree Fashion and Textiles Merchandising.
The Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile Merchandising has strong links with industry and all fashion graduates are eligible to become members of the following Professional Associations:
TFIA (Council of Textile & Fashion Industries of Australia Ltd.) the peak body for fashion and textile designers in Australia.
IFFTI (International Foundation of Fashion Technology Institutes) the international body of education and research (Universities and Institutes) in the area of fashion design.
FGI Fashion Group International a global professional organisation to assist individuals to become more effective in their professional lives.
The Program is well connected with industry through its work with organisations such as Country Road, Myer, Sportsgirl, Supre, and Target.
In addition, the Program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC) with broad industry representation amongst its members. The IAC considers and advises the program on matters associated with the development, delivery and current practise of industry. The IAC consists of industry representatives from a wide sector of the industry and includes Myer, Target, Sussan, Mitch Dowd ,David Jones, Country Road, Peter Alexander, and Cotton On.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service. The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Specialist resourses for this program
Computing facilities are available at Building 8 level 7 for computer aided drawing. The CNC facilities and software are located with the School of Design (TAFE) Building 55 workshop and CAD lab.
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals.
Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students.
You can find more information at www.rmit.edu.au/student
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