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2020Diploma in Fashion Design and TechnologyInformation for First-Year Enrolment

STARTING WITH A FASHIONABLE ADVANTAGE The new Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology continues in the Art and Design stream with a far more intense vocational focus on the interconnectedness between the core themes, namely Design and Construction. Providing the student with a skillset that will see them exploring the variety of possibilities contained in the fashion and apparel industry. The Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology aims to prepare students for employment and self-employment in a practical way, or to further their academic studies. Indigenous knowledge incorporated into the course will assist in developing locally-grounded students who can think globally, but contextualise relevant design solutions at home. The Diploma in Fashion Design and Technology aligns with the vision and mission of TUT as it aims to implement technology, nurture innovation, entrepreneurship and community engagement throughout the student’s three-year experience, creating original, resourceful and self-reliant graduates.

POSSIBLE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES INCLUDE• Fashion Designer• Digital Pattern Cutter• Digital Pattern Grader• Manual Pattern Cutter• Manual Pattern Grader• Garment Technologist• Wardrobe Assistant • Visual Retail Merchandiser• Fashion Retail Merchandiser• Fashion Retail Buyer• Fashion Entrepreneur

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

FOR APPLICANTS WHO OBTAINED A SENIOR CERTIFICATE BEFORE 2008

Admission requirement(s)A Senior Certificate or an equivalent qualification.

Selection criteriaTo be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 20.

Assessment proceduresApplicants with an APS of 20 or more will be invited to complete a practical selection project and an interview. The APS will contribute 20% to the final admission score, the interview will contribute 20%, and the demonstration of skills will contribute 60%. Accepted candidates will be informed by official letter from the Office of the Registrar. The remainder of the applicants will be placed on a waiting list to fill possible places created by applicants not arriving on the commencement date.

Aspects that are taken into consideration are: the applicant’s ability/potential to communicate a variety of clothing styles; the applicant’s interests, attitude, experience and achievements; and school results.

FOR APPLICANTS WHO OBTAINED A NATIONAL SENIOR CERTIFICATE IN OR AFTER 2008

Admission requirement(s):A National Senior Certificate with a bachelor’s degree or a diploma endorsement, or an equivalent qualification, with an achievement level of at least 3 for English (home language or first additional language).

Selection criteriaTo be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 20.

Assessment proceduresApplicants with an APS of 20 and more will be invited to complete a practical selection project and an interview. The APS will contribute 20% to the final admission score, the interview will contribute 20%, and the demonstration of skills will contribute 60%. Accepted candidates will be informed by official letter from the Office of the Registrar. The remainder of applicants will be placed on a waiting list to fill possible places created by applicants not arriving on the commencement date.

Aspects that are taken into consideration are: the applicant’s ability/potential to communicate a variety of clothing styles; the applicant’s interests, attitude, experience and achievements; and school results.

FOR APPLICANTS WITH A NATIONAL CERTIFICATE (VOCATIONAL):

Admission requirement(s)A National Certificate (Vocational) with a bachelor’s degree or a diploma endorsement, with at least 50% for English (home language or first additional language), 50% for Mathematics or Mathematical Literacy, 50% for Life Orientation (excluded for APS calculation), 60% for any other three compulsory vocational subjects and 50% for the fourth subject.

Selection criteriaTo be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 27.

Assessment proceduresApplicants with an APS of 27 (NCS Vocational) or more will be invited to complete a practical selection project and an interview. The APS will contribute 20% to the final admission score, the interview will contribute 20% and the demonstration of skills will contribute 60%. Accepted candidates will be informed per official letter from the Office of the Registrar. The remainder of applicants will be placed on a waiting list to fill possible places created by applicants not arriving on the commencement date.

Aspects that are taken into consideration are: the applicant’s ability/potential to communicate a variety of clothing styles; the applicant’s interests, attitude, experience and achievements; and school results.

ADVICE TO PROSPECTIVE STUDENTSProspective students should please note that selection for programmes presented at the Faculty of the Arts will only be possible after the successful completion of the relevant evaluation process.

Please apply well in advance, we would like to suggest from March, and not later than 31 July.

MINIMUM DURATIONThree years of day classes.

INTAKE FOR THE QUALIFICATIONJanuary only

CAREER PROFILEThe prospective student should have an interest in, and demonstrate an understanding of, the clothing design industry. He or she should be able to produce creative work under pressure, keep to a tight schedule, and to work long hours and under pressure.

FACILITIESSpecialised studios

ALUMNIGustavu Apiti, Independent fashion designer based in Seattle USA. Khothatso Tsotetsi independent fashion designer based in Pretoria, appeared in FORBES Magazine of June 2018. Orapeleng Modutle independent fashion designer, based in Johannesburg, appeared in FORBES Magazine of June 2018. Tshepo Modiba CEO of Nero & Company, Menlyn Mall, Pretoria. Ditiro Mashego in 2019 designed uniform for the Grammy award winning "Soweto Gospel Choir", an initiative with the Department of Arts and Culture and recognised by President Cyril Ramaphosa. Kenzo Masilo a winner of prices worth R1.5 million in the SA Project Runway competition which was viewed weekly on SABC in 2018.

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTSKopano Khoza won the first prize at the Sansui Fashion. Denzel Vilakazi second runner-up at Sansui Fashion Summer Cup in December 2017. Arnold Pasha worn the EDCON Buyers Training Competition 2017. The Department graduated three Masters students and one Doctoral student between September 2017 and May 2018. Two Doctoral students completed in 2019 and due for graduation in 2020.

QUALIFICATIONS OBTAINABLE:Diploma; Advanced Diploma; Postgraduate Diploma; Masters of Arts and Design; Doctor of Art and Design

MODULES

YEAR 1The modules include: • Communication for Academic Purposes• Computer Literacy• Design Studies I• Pattern Technology I• Garment Technology I• Textiles I• History of African Fashion• Information Literacy I• Life Skills I

YEAR 2The modules include: • Design Studies II• Pattern Technology II• Garment Technology II• Textiles II• Inter-cultural Fashion Trends II• WIL in Fashion Design I

YEAR 3The modules include: • Design Studies III• Pattern Technology III• Garment Technology III• Professional Practice in Fashion Design I• Entrepreneurship I• WIL in Fashion Design II

CONTACT DETAILS:The Departmental AdministratorTel: +27 12 382 6586E-mail: artsinfo@tut.ac.zawww.tut.ac.za

NSC - G rating code

Rating Code Achievement Marks

7 Outstanding 80 – 100%

6 Meritorious 70 – 79%

5 Substantial 60 – 69%

4 Adequate 50 – 59%

3 Moderate 40 – 49%

2 Elementary 30 – 39%

1 Not achieved 0 – 29%

All information in this publication is subject to change without further notice.

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