304011 v.3 Bachelor of Arts (Fashion and Textile Design)
BA(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 038776E
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
3 Years
Introduction
This course provides higher education in the fields of fashion and textiles, providing a diverse range of career opportunities. The Departments of Design and Art collaborate in the presentation of this course ensuring that students develop the creative and technical skills necessary for an innovative approach to fashion and textiles with a focus on creative thinking. This course is based on an exploration of the relationships between textiles, garments and the body. The practices of research, analysis, ideation, production and communication are underpinned by the principles of both design and process and arts practice which are reflected in the project work undertaken. Fashion is strongly linked to culture and has a prominent place in the media. This course also provides a theoretical and contextual framework for understanding the cultural significance and practices within the fashion industry.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
None. Folio presentation and interview are required. Please contact Humanities Student Services on (08) 9266 3400 by the end of September for information. Interviews will be in late November and early December. This process allows the applicant to demonstrate relevant skills and aptitudes for success in this demanding course.
Specific Requirements
STAT elements considered are E and either V or Q.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This course is three years full-time study. Part-time study is only available with the prior approval of the Course Coordinator.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may enter national and international areas of the fashion and textile industry as producers and retailers, design entrepreneurs, freelance designers and consultants, journalists, stylists, photographers, illustrators, public relations, costume for theatre and film costumers and designers of surface and soft furnishings.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Further Information
Graduates may enter national and international areas of the Fashion and Textile industry as producers and retailers, design entrepreneurs, freelance designers and consultants, journalists, stylists, photographers, illustrators, public relations, costume for theatre and film costumers, and designers of surface and soft furnishings. Students may be eligible for student membership of the Design Institute of Australia (Western Australian Chapter).
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10004 | v.3 | Design in Context 191 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12941 | v.3 | Art Visual Research 191 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303946 | v.4 | Fashion and Textile Studio 191 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303974 | v.2 | Fashion and Textile Technology 191 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 12682 | v.2 | Graphic Communications 111 | 7.0 | 25.0 | |
| 1782 | v.7 | Art Visual Culture - Issues in Contemporary Art 192 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303951 | v.3 | Fashion and Textile Studio 192 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303975 | v.2 | Fashion and Textile Technology 192 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10006 | v.3 | Design in Context 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12944 | v.3 | Art Visual Research 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 13281 | v.2 | Professional Practicum 390 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303953 | v.4 | Fashion and Textile Studio 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303989 | v.4 | Fashion and Textile Technology 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 1 OPTION | 0.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 303954 | v.3 | Fashion and Textile Studio 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303990 | v.2 | Fashion and Textile Technology 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 1 | |||||
| 10008 | v.3 | Design Management 391 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 12948 | v.3 | Art Visual Research 391 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 13281 | v.2 | Professional Practicum 390 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303970 | v.4 | Fashion and Textile Studio 391 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 304008 | v.4 | Fashion and Textile Technology 391 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 3 Semester 2 | |||||
| 303971 | v.3 | Fashion and Textile Studio 392 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 304009 | v.2 | Fashion and Textile Technology 392 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Semester 2 (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 11616 | v.4 * | Art Visual Culture - Professional Practice 310 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301551 | v.2 # | Multimedia Design Introduction 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301582 | v.3 # | 3-D Modelling and Rendering Introduction 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301583 | v.4 # | Motion Graphics Introduction 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 301584 | v.2 # | Internet Design Introduction 291 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 305818 | v.3 * | Art Visual Culture - Art and Fashion 391 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306918 | v.2 # | Exhibition Design 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308347 | v.1 # | Fashion Design and Illustration 292 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308348 | v.1 # | Fashion Merchandising 392 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| # | Design optional units | |
| * | Visual culture optional units | |
| N1 | Year 2, Semester 2 - a unit from Design and Visual Culture must be selected | |
| N2 | Year 3, Semester 2 - a unit from Design and Visual Culture must be selected | |
| N3 | Visual Culture units not available every semester. Please contact Department to confirm availability. Other options may be substituted upon approval of the Course Coordinator |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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