Fashion Merchandising courses

About Bachelor Of Applied Business (fashion Marketing) in Collarts (Australian College of the Arts)

If you dream of a career as a Fashion Brand Manager, Visual Merchandiser, Buyer, Fashion Blogger, Wholesale Account Manager, Stylist, Fashion Publicist, Event Manager or Creative Director, the Fashion Marketing course is for you.

The Fashion Marketing course is ideal for students wanting to work in the fashion industry in styling, event management, marketing and business. You will be taught and mentored by industry experts who are currently working within major brands, fashion houses and agencies.

With an emphasis on fashion business, you will undertake fundamental units such as the history of fashion, styling, fashion merchandising, entrepreneurship and Marketing & PR. Students graduate with a globally recognised qualification and a well-rounded understanding of the fashion industry, both in Australia and internationally.

The Bachelor of Applied Business (Fashion Marketing) will provide students with knowledge and understanding of contemporary fashion marketing activities and operations. The course ensures students develop practical skills and experience required to gain employment in the field of fashion marketing. The degree can be completed in six trimesters (two years) of full-time study. 

Throughout the degree, you will:

• Work on industry projects with fashion designers and brand;
• Learn and apply practical skills in fashion merchandising, styling and trend forecasting;
• Gain hands-on experience in running fashion shows, events and installations;
• Acquire an in-depth understanding of marketing, publicity and social media;
• Gain knowledge and experience of fashion business practices and entrepreneurship;
• Develop an industry relevant portfolio of creative project;
• Study in our warehouse-style campus in the heart of Melbourne’s fashion district.

Academic qualification equivalents

• High school transcripts that demonstrate successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. These transcripts must be certified and translated (if originals are not in English).

 English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent (TOEFL or PTE equivalent can also be accepted). Applicants for the Diploma of Entertainment Journalism will require an IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.5) or equivalent. Collarts can also recommend English language colleges with a direct pathway if you need to study English before you start.

Collarts (Australian College of the Arts) The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

Collarts (Australian College of the Arts) Tuition Fees

Fee per trimester at Collarts: AUD 10,880

• Diploma: 2 Trimesters (AUD 21,760)
• Diploma of Entertainment Journalism: 3 Trimesters (AUD$ 32,640)
• Bachelor’s Degree: 6 Trimesters (AUD 65,280)
• Double Degree: 9 Trimesters (AUD 97,920)

Collarts (Australian College of the Arts) ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

As well as a successful interview and/or audition, and/or submission of personal statement, you must be able to submit the following documents: 

• Copy of high school transcripts that demonstrate successful completion of Year 12 or equivalent. These transcripts must be certified and translated (if originals are not in English). 
• A copy of English test score results from the last 18 months, evidencing IELTS 6.0 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent (TOEFL or PTE equivalent can also be accepted). Applicants for the Diploma of Entertainment Journalism will require an IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.5) or equivalent. Collarts can also recommend English language colleges with a direct pathway if you need to study English before you start.
• Certified copy of your passport. 
• Certified copy of your current visa, if you are currently residing in Australia.

* Please note some countries and citizenships are required to use an Education Agent to assist with their application which may include Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirements to be met in accordance with The Australian Department of Home Affairs – DHA.

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