Fashion Design

Fashion Designers possess a unique combination of skills, including but not limited to:

In 2021, the Australian fashion industry contributed:

• $27.2 bn economic boost
• 489,000 jobs (surpassing mining, utilities, the arts)
• $7.2 bn in exports (surpassing wine and beer combined)
• 77% female workers (national average: 47%)

• Fashion Designer
• Merchandiser
• Fashion/Brand Marketer
• Costume Designer
• Trend Forecaster
• Patternmaker
• Garment Technician
• Accessory Designer

Access the Australian Government website to discover more opportunities in the creative economy.

LCI Melbourne's Higher Education Diploma (HED) is an accreditation that meets international recognition standards, awarded upon completion of a tertiary diploma program.

Vital details and provider information are provided.

Visit the National Register for LCI Melbourne's regulatory status.

• Provider Name: LCI Melbourne Pty Ltd (formerly Academy of Design Australia Pty Ltd)

• Trading Name: LCI Melbourne

• ABN: 97 585 592 579

• Provider Category: Institute Of Higher Education

• Provider ID: PRV12113

• CRICOS Provider Number: 02201G

• Head Office: 150 Oxford St, Collingwood, Vic 3066

A list of required materials (e.g., for drafting and patternmaking) is provided at the beginning of each trimester. Any additional standard or student-licensed software required will requested by mentors.

Learners are responsible for organising and purchasing materials for final designs.

• Digital device (Mac, PC, tablet)
• External hard drive (Mac/PC Compatible - 2T recommended)
• Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
• Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent)
• AutoCAD

Getting a job is integral to the LCI Melbourne experience.

Professional Practice units follow a unique educational model combining work opportunities and industry-aligned curriculum.

Participate in:

• Industry projects
• Exhibitions
• VIP events

Gain sought-after experience while you study.

Trimester One

Fashion Design Studio 1 (STFD1)

This unit provides students with an introduction to conceptualising and realising Fashion Design ideas. In this introduction to Fashion Design students develop an understanding of different garment types, different fabrics, fibres, and material finishes. Students discover the fundamentals of patternmaking being introduced to the basic bodice and skirt plus pattern creation for t-shirts. They apply this knowledge through construction techniques and building a mini collection of realised garment and visualisation of concepts.

History & Culture (CXT111)

This unit exposes students to significant design moments from the history of design generally. This unit exposes students to the milestones and foundations of design as it exists today. Students will look closely at historical designs as reference points to respond with original designs of their own.

Design Fundamentals (COM111)

This unit provides students will be introduced to principles common to all design fields including colour theory and apply these to varying creative outputs applicable to design. Students will build their skills in hand drawing ideas from quick thumb nails idea generation through to considered technical illustration techniques for designers. Students will explore the use of light and shadow, texture, line, and colour studies.

Trimester Two

Fashion Design Studio 2 (STFD2)

This unit exposes students to briefs for real industry projects for applied projects. they will work independently and in teams to understand how to create a commercial design collection, working to a timeline and a budget, client briefs, how to pitch and creative options for clients. They will explore different creative ideas and realise one project through to presentation stage.

Contemporary Context (CXT222)

This unit provides students will understand the processes and systems embedded into the design industry from concept to consumer and how the designer plays a fundamental role along the process. The roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders in final concepts are explored. Present day issues including global production, digital age, sustainability, and plagiarism will be analysed.

Digital Communication (COM222)

This unit allows students engage with interactive design, 2D Design and creating their design templates and digital models. Students will develop creative concepts using programs and digital platforms for technical and presentation formats as both functional and innovation tools. Students develop skills to create professional presentations and concepts to Industry standards.

Trimester Three

Fashion Design Studio 3 (STFD3)

This unit allows students to explore more complex design challenges to discover their personal design ethos and preferred methodologies. They will develop industry ready projects based on their research of future fashion design concepts, functional requirements and intended audience. The final body of work will be a mini collection for a selected client from concept to 2 outfits delivered as a portfolio for a client (visual portfolio with mood boards, developmental concepts, technical packs, collection presentation boards, material boards and final garments).

Future Context (CXT333)

This unit provides students the opportunity to research, debate, and develop concepts reflecting their insights into forecasting social and cultural impacts and how these influence buying decisions, macro design trends and global consumer shifts. They will develop a trend manifesto related to a topic of interest.

Professional Practice (COM333)

This unit provides students the opportunity to build a portfolio, preparing your career – CV, position applications and personal design ethos collateral. Positioning oneself in their industry, students will investigate appropriate career pathways and understand how to be set up for success in applications for design roles. This includes CV, cover letters, testimonials, and portfolio development. Students will have industry guests visit and share their expertise and provide insights into career development and opportunities.