Fashion Design

Length of Course

Full Year

Level

Marian - Year 12

Category

The Arts

Core or Elective

Elective

Pre-requisites

It is recommended that students wishing to undertake this course have achieved a C grade or higher in Stage 1 Fashion Design.

Subject Description

Students who study Fashion Design will use a range of technologies such as sewing machines, overlockers, design techniques and equipment to convert textiles and fabrics into products. Students will also investigate and engage with the work of contemporary and historical fashion designers to broaden their understanding of the creative arts process, development of skills and concepts, and proficiency as a creative artist. The course is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge required when considering career opportunities in fashion design and related occupations.

Recommendations
It is recommended that students wishing to undertake this course have achieved a C grade or higher in Stage 1 Fashion Design.

Content
  • Creative arts process
  • Development and production
  • Concepts in creative arts disciplines
  • Creative arts in practice
Assessment

The following assessment types enable students to demonstrate their learning in Stage 2 Fashion Design:

School-based Assessment (70%)
Assessment Type 1: Inquiry (20%)
Assessment Type 2: Product (50%)

External Assessment (30%)
Assessment Type 3: Practical Skills (30%)

Students provide evidence of their learning through four assessments, including the external assessment component. Students undertake:

  • One inquiry
  • One or two products with accompanying folios
  • One practical skills task

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Marian - Year 12 - Fashion Design