Bachelor Honours Degree Industrial Design Full Time

Bachelor of Fashion (Design) (Honours)

at RMIT University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

0100706

CRICOS provider code

00122A

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

1 year

Tuition (whole course)

A$48,000 total

Per year

A$48,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Fashion (Design) (Honours) at RMIT University in Melbourne is an advanced one-year programme designed for graduates seeking to further their expertise and creative development in fashion design. Building upon knowledge gained during the standard bachelor’s degree, this honours year immerses students in higher-level studio practice, critical theory, and independent research. The curriculum is structured to include advanced units of study that carry designated credit points, allowing for in-depth exploration of concepts and methodologies essential to contemporary fashion.

A significant component of the course is the capstone project: students are expected to conceptualise and execute a major design or research project under academic supervision, demonstrating their individual vision and technical proficiency. The honours programme often integrates research-led units and encourages students to engage with industry experts through presentations, critiques, and (where possible) work-integrated learning opportunities, taking advantage of RMIT's strong ties to the Australian and international fashion industries.

Throughout the honours year, students refine essential skills such as innovative garment construction, creative experimentation, project management, critical analysis, and professional communication. The course is suited to those with a strong academic record in fashion or design studies who are seeking to strengthen their research capabilities, prepare for roles in the dynamic fashion sector, or progress to postgraduate study, including masters or PhD level.

RMIT’s setting in Melbourne, a hub for the creative industries in Australia, offers unique opportunities for collaboration, internships, and exposure to local and global fashion scenes. International students benefit from Australia’s post-study work rights including the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485), and are permitted to work up to 48 hours per fortnight while enrolled. All admission criteria, including English language requirements, should be confirmed on the official RMIT or CRICOS website.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Fashion designer in commercial or independent labels
Textile and materials designer
Product developer and trend forecaster
Fashion researcher or academic
Stylist or creative director within the Australian creative and fashion industries
Further study and research opportunities at the postgraduate level

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Fashion (Design) (Honours) at RMIT University?

It typically takes 1 year, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$48,000 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Fashion designer in commercial or independent labelsTextile and materials designerProduct developer and trend forecasterFashion researcher or academicStylist or creative director within the Australian creative and fashion industriesFurther study and research opportunities at the...

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