Explore short courses 

Each course is made up of three practical modules, and you can complete one, two, or all three depending on your goals. Stack your learning for even greater impact.
Future Fashion: Design and Garment Realisation
  • Short Course (SHC)
Design, construct, and showcase original garments through this hands-on, industry-relevant short course.
  • Starts January
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 1.5 months (36 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend
Money Smarts: Finance Fundamentals for Creatives
  • Short Course (SHC)
Build confidence in managing money, budgets, and business finance with practical tools designed for creative entrepreneurs and freelancers.
  • Starts January
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 1.5 months (36 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend

Looking for something more bite-sized?

These micro-credential courses offer a great education in a short timeframe.
Module 1: Financial Literacy for Creatives
  • Microcredential (MCD)
Budgeting tools, mindset shifts, and cash flow skills tailored for creative professionals.
  • Starts January
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 2 weeks (12 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend
Module 1: Foundations of Fashion Design
  • Microcredential (MCD)
Develop a 2-look capsule collection through concept mapping and visual storytelling.
  • Starts January
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 2 weeks (12 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend
Module 2: Fashion Garment Realisation - Part 1
  • Microcredential (MCD)
Construct a wearable garment using pattern cutting, draping, and foundational sewing skills.
  • Starts February
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 2 weeks (12 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend
Module 2: Pricing, Invoicing & Tax Essentials
  • Microcredential (MCD)
Develop real-world finance skills from pricing to GST, invoicing, and tax compliance.
  • Starts February
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 2 weeks (12 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend
Module 3: Fashion Garment Realisation - Part 2 + Presentation
  • Microcredential (MCD)
Complete your mini collection and present your work in a final showcase or critique.
  • Starts March
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 2 weeks (12 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend
Module 3: Planning for Profit & Creative Business
  • Microcredential (MCD)
Learn to forecast income, map business models, and create a growth-focused financial roadmap.
  • Starts March
  • On-campus | Melbourne
  • Taught in English
  • 2 weeks (12 hours)
  • Part-time | weekend

Why LCI Melbourne?

Saturday classes
Weekend-friendly so you can study around your work schedule to up-skill.
Industry-connected facilitators
Be mentored by working creatives who bring real-world insights, trends, and professional networks into the classroom.
Practical, in-demand skills
Gain the technical know-how employers are looking for, with projects you can showcase.

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