Immerse yourself in the world of fashion at Otago Polytechnic's Fashion Design School Become a fashion designer or skilled, industry-ready fashion professional with this internationally-recognised qualification. Employers love our fashion design graduates because they’re innovative, hard-working, solution-focused and well-prepared for the realities of the fashion world. Many of our graduates have gone on to work for internationally-acclaimed designers such as NOM*D, or to create successful labels of their own such as Maaike and Twenty seven names. This leading fashion degree is recognized for its international opportunities, industry connections and the chance to truly develop your individual style and identity as a designer. Programme content is hands-on and is designed to reflect current industry practice, extend your market knowledge and explore enterprise opportunities, whilst also developing your advanced design and technical skills. Dunedin is a city that encourages innovation and creativity, and nurtures and supports business start-ups. Playing host to international fashion experiences such as iD Dunedin Fashion Week, the city is known for its unique and distinctive style – come and be part of it! Benefits of our fashion degree A boutique learning environment – small classes mean your lecturers know you by name and can support you to develop your own ‘design identity’ Studio-based learning with access to specialized equipment and spaces Exchange and study abroad opportunities in Europe and Asia Strong international fashion connections Individual, team and interdisciplinary learning opportunities Exhibitions and international competitions to showcase your creativity and talent Client projects, industry placements and internships which help you to become a work-ready graduate Access to support and business start-up advice through the Dunedin Fashion Incubator (Dfi) Attitudes required Creativity Interest in fashion Risk taker Hard worker Sewing skills not essential. Your workload There is an emphasis throughout the three-year programme on the development of independent learning skills. This is reflected in the decrease of directed hours over the three years with an expectation that by the end of year three, you will be an independent learner. You will work really hard, but you can also count on having heaps of fun along the way!