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Part-Time Fashion Design Course

Requirements: 18 Years of Age

Diploma in Fashion Design

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

To be admitted to the Diploma in Fashion Design, applicants must:

• be older than 18 years of age at registration
• have a National Senior Certificate (NSC) at NQF level 4 issued by Umalusi OR
• have a National Certificate (Vocational) (NCV) Level 4 issued by Umalusi OR
• have a Grade 12 or recognised equivalent qualification certified by Umalusi or an international equivalent examination board.

Applicants of 23 years and above who do not meet the admission requirements may also be admitted based upon their work experience and Academy-specific entrance assessments and interviews.

Applicants must provide:

1. A Certified copy of your academic transcripts or latest school report
2. Two (2) References – The contact details of 2 references (not family or friends).
3. A Certified copy of your ID/Passport

Degree in Fashion Design

Advanced Diploma in Fashion

Admission Requirements

Students wishing to enrol for this qualification must:

• At the minimum, be in possession of a relevant design-related Advanced Certificate, NQF Level 6, Diploma at NQF Level 6 or Occupational Certificate at NQF Level 6.
• Learners who do not comply with the minimum requirements for admission may be admitted on the basis of the Recognition of Prior Learning.
• Mature applicants of 23 years and above who do not meet the admission requirements may also be admitted based upon their work experience and Academy-specific entrance assessments and interviews.

Downloadable Prospectus 2022

Adult Learner Programme

Requirements and Cost

There is no age restrictions or academic requirement for joining the programme, but you need intermediate experience in sewing and making clothes, as introductory skills do not form part of this course.