Bachelor of Design (Fashion) in Christchurch New Zealand | Otago Polytechnic

Otago Polytechnic | Christchurch New Zealand
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD 25,000
(c. USD14,899.38)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months

Train to become a fashion designer or develop into a highly skilled, industry-prepared fashion expert with this globally accredited program.

No prior sewing experience is required - just bring your passion for fashion, creativity, strong work ethic, and willingness to take chances. Our alumni have secured positions with world-renowned designers like NOMd and launched prosperous brands including Maaike and twenty-seven names.

This premier fashion program stands out for its global study options, professional networks, and opportunities to cultivate your unique design aesthetic.

The curriculum emphasizes practical learning aligned with contemporary industry standards. You'll refine your advanced design techniques, broaden your commercial awareness, and investigate entrepreneurial possibilities.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.0

Qualification Requirements

Students need to have achieved a secondary school qualification that is equivalent to New Zealand’s NCEA levels (National Certificate of Educational Achievement). Entry requirements vary from country to country.

If you do not hold the above qualifications, you must demonstrate equivalent qualifications/experience. Mature applicants with work and life experience are encouraged to apply.

International students will be individually assessed to ensure they meet degree-level entry requirements.

If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 6.0, with no less than 5.5 in any band.

OET: Minimum of Grade C or 200 in all sub tests

TOEFL Internet-based test (iBT): Score of 60 (with a writing score of 18)

Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First, or B2 First for schools, or C1 Advanced, or C2 Proficiency with a score of 169. No less than 162 in each skill;

Pearson Test of English (Academic): PTE (Academic) score of 50 with no band score lower than 42

Language Certificate: C1 Expert ESOL Written (LRW) with PASS and no less than 25/50 in each skill and Spoken Pass

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By 30 November

Tuition NZD 25,000

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