THE ADVANCED CERTIFICATE OF FASHION IS A COURSE THAT IS COMPLETELY EXCLUSIVE TO US, IT CAN’T BE STUDIED ANYWHERE ELSE IN THE WORLD. OUR CONTENT MERGES RELEVANT THEORY, PRACTICAL BRIEF-DRIVEN ACTIVITIES, CLASS DISCUSSIONS AND INDUSTRY CASE STUDIES.
The course runs for one year and follows the same structure as a standard school year; 4 terms, each constructed of 10 weeks. Throughout each term, students will undertake a Major Project that focuses on all elements studied during that term.
Classes are taught by our Expert Educators, Australia’s most recognised fashion leaders, in an intimate environment of no more than 30 students. Additionally, every week students have the opportunity to network with a special guest at our weekly networking events who specialises in their field of the industry.
study options
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On-campus students undertake studies at our Sydney or Melbourne Campus, one day per week for 4 hours – mornings (9am – 1pm) or afternoons (2pm – 6pm) depending on the class intake. Students are able to combine their studies, networking events and internships/work experience along with other existing commitments, such as employment and hobbies. All on-campus students are also given access to our Graduate Portal, where available industry careers across all of the brands, businesses and creatives we work with are posted weekly.
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80 x 2-Hour Classes Scheduled across the year of study
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In person special guest networking event + invitation to exclusive head office excursions
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Unlimited Internships & Work Experience
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Invitation to assist at Australian Fashion Week
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Opportunity to apply for our International Program for New York OR London Fashion Week
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Online Students study across two weekday evenings from 6:30pm - 8:30pm AEST. All classes are delivered LIVE and in a Virtual Classroom. Students studying with us are located across Australia, leading to national friendships and community.
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40 x 4 hour classes scheduled across the year of study
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Virtual special guest networking event
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1 x Tailored Internship Experience in your local town or city
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Invitation to assist at Australian Fashion Week
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Access to our weekly Graduate Portal, with all the top and exclusive fashion jobs available (available upon completion of course)
course structure
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Delve deep into the world of Fashion Communications, the backbone of the industry. Students learn how to write and pitch press releases, develop Public Relations campaigns, how to create and execute an entire marketing campaign, work with briefs on digital marketing strategies, manage influencers, and conceptualise a fashion event from start to finish.
Week 1: Marketing
Week 2: Public Relations | Part 1
Week 3: Public Relations | Part 2
Week 4: Social Media
Week 5: Digital Marketing | Part 1
Week 6: Digital Marketing | Part 2
Week 7: Influencer Marketing
Week 8: Advertising
Week 9: Event Management
Week 10: Journalism, Magazines & Media -
Students immerse themselves in the creative side of the fashion industry. During this term students engage within celebrity, editorial and personal styling, logo and brand guideline ideation, mastering a full functioning website, understanding retail visual merchandising concepts, storytelling as an Art Director, as well as developing creative marketing tools including podcasts.
Week 1: Styling | Part 1
Week 2: Styling | Part 2
Week 3: Visual Merchandising
Week 4: Graphic Design
Week 5: Photography
Week 6: Content Creation
Week 7: Fashion Technology & Innovation
Week 8: Website Design & Development
Week 9: Art Direction
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Explore the universe of retail operations for brands and businesses at a head office level. Students learn how to set up their own online store, how to conceptualise a sustainable fashion brand, how to work with factories and production teams to create garments, and how to create compelling and engaging customer-focused initiatives and programs for luxury clients.
Week 1: E-Commerce
Week 2: Wholesale
Week 3: Buying
Week 4: Merchandising
Week 5: Branding
Week 6: Circular Fashion & Sustainability
Week 7: Trend Forecasting
Week 8: Customer Relationship Management
Week 9: Design & Production
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Prepare for your future in the fashion industry, by using the tools, experience and exposure you have obtained throughout your studies. This unique and final term masters the art of setting students up for success, based on your individual career goals. Understand how to create and launch your own successful business, effectively manage a team and build successful working relationships, confidently prepare yourself for interviews and presentations together with harnessing personal branding, and understanding the psychology behind culture in the workforce by finding your niche within the fashion world.
Week 1: Entrepreneurship & Startups
Week 2: Launching Your Own Business
Week 3: Freelancing In Fashion
Week 4: Career Confidence & Professional Development
Week 5: Mastering Internships & Presentations
Week 6: Personal Branding & Digital Presence
Week 7: Business Operations & Project Management
Week 8: Financial Confidence For Fashion Professionals
Week 9: People, Culture & Wellbeing
Week 10: Leadership & Innovation in Fashion
