BP327 - Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise)
Plan: BP327 - Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise)
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: Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise)
Award abbreviation: BFash(Ent)
Total credit points: 288
Career: UGRD
Duration: 3 years full-time
Location: Onshore, Brunswick Campus
Owning school: Fashion & Textiles (350H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/fashion-and-textiles
ASCED code: 080301
CRICOS code: 0100708
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise) offers you a focused, progressive program which is designed to develop the relevant management skills required to lead contemporary fashion enterprises. It provides specialised skills within the broad field of fashion enterprise and a deeper understanding of fashion retail management, fashion marketing management and fashion product management.
The program aims to develop you as a fashion enterprise professional who will have the skills, insights and mindset to succeed in the dynamic and demanding global fashion industry. As you progress through the degree, you can choose to complement your skills through one of the program's minor specialisations - Fashion and Textiles Sustainable Innovation, Fashion Design or Textiles and Material Design. Alternatively, if you choose not to pursue a minor you can select from a range of courses included in the Program Option List.
The program is offered on campus in a face-to-face mode of delivery. You will experience a variety of interactive learning and teaching approaches, both face to face and online, that include: work integrated learning (WIL) opportunities; problem-based learning; case-study methods; fashion business simulations. The program also provides opportunities for you to undertake Global Study Tours and/or Exchange Programs. This program builds the skills, knowledge and your ability to apply these in the workplace of a large, medium or small global fashion enterprise.
Academic and employability capabilities such as: independent learning; critical and creative thinking; task and deadline management; reflective practice and research skills are focused upon, given that industry research has deemed that these are some of the primary requisites for an entry-level position within the global fashion industry.
A capstone experience is provided in BUSM4797 Fashion Enterprise Project Launch. In this course, you will integrate and synthesise your knowledge, connect theory to practice and demonstrate your holistic achievement of the program learning outcomes. This is a self-directed project of your own choice during which you will benefit from the mentorship of teachers and industry professionals.
On successful completion of the program you have opportunities to enter into a variety of professional roles within the global Fashion and Textiles industry, in areas such as product management, distribution, buying, marketing, retail, and digital analysis and promotion across the diverse sectors of entrepreneurial fashion practice, niche fashion areas, emerging markets and techniques across the fashion industry. There are also opportunities to begin your own start-up enterprise or pursue further studies at postgraduate level, such as the GD203 Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) or MC213 Master of Fashion Entrepreneurship.
The program also provides opportunities for you to undertake global study tours and/or exchange programs.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
Graduates of AD013 Associate Degree in Fashion and Textile Merchandising who are successful in gaining entry into this program will be eligible for 144 credit points of exemptions (equivalent to 1.5 years full-time study).
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.
Upon your successful completion of this program, you will be eligible to undertake further study in GD203 Graduate Diploma of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) and MC213 Master of Fashion (Entrepreneurship), subject to each programs entry requirements. Students who continue into MC213 Master of Fashion (Entrepreneurship) will be eligible for 48 credit points of exemption (equivalent to one semester).
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 30 in English (EAL) or at least 25 in English other than EAL.
English Language requirements
A minimum IELTS (Academic module) overall score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent. For equivalents to English language requirements, see the English requirements web page.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
The Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise) is not accredited by any professional bodies. Whilst there are currently no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in fashion business enterprise, merchandising or fashion business management, the School of Fashion and Textiles has many close links with industry, which take on a variety of forms. The program is taught by academics who have strong industry relationships and current professional experience and employment in the fashion industry. In addition, we collaborate with industry and community partners in a range of activities including partnered projects, placements, virtual studios and case studies to ensure you are immersed in current industry professional practices, techniques and strategies.
The Bachelor of Fashion (Enterprise) has strong professional industry links with a wide range of organisations and associations including the peak industry body the Australian Fashion Council (AFC) https://ausfashioncouncil.com/
This program has an Industry Advisory Committee (IAC). Membership is diverse and drawn from external industry and professional institutions. These committees help inform program development and ensure that program content and student learning outcomes remain closely aligned with the needs of future employers. In addition, academic staff maintain connections with industry to develop and deliver work integrated learning experiences as well as offer advice on professional careers.
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
Library resources and services
Resources available from the Library
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You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
One-on-one study support is available for assistance with assignment preparation, academic writing, referencing, maths and study skills. To contact Library staff for help, phone, email or chat via the Ask the Library service. https://www.rmit.edu.au/library/about-and-contacts/ask-the-library
For information resources relevant to specific subject areas please refer to the library subject guides here: https://rmit.libguides.com/
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Online learning tools and content
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