What is a Bachelor of Branded Fashion Design?
A Bachelor of Branded Fashion Design focuses on the design, production and brand management of collections. You will learn to create and market a range of design solutions, using industry-standard software to visualise your ideas. This fashion design degree gives you the skills to launch a fashion range or begin a career as a Fashion Designer, Buyer, Merchandise Planner or Product Manager.
Learning outcomes
- Investigate the theory behind sustainable and ethical fashion design and marketing.
- Learn how to create and manage the integrity and positioning of a brand.
- Experiment with both classic and cutting-edge techniques and technology.
- Create relationships with the industry legends we count as friends and partners.
DIA-recognised course
This course is recognised by the Design Institute of Australia, giving you confidence that your education is of the highest industry standard.
Vogue Australia partnership
We’ve partnered with industry leaders including Vogue Australia, to offer you internship, mentoring and scholarship opportunities.
Free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence
You'll receive a free Adobe Creative Cloud Pro licence for the entire time you're studying Design with us.
This is an AQF Level 7 course delivered by Torrens University Australia Ltd T/A Billy Blue College of Design.
*For more details on international student study options.
Holly Villagra recently graduated from the Bachelor of Branded Fashion Design, now working as an intern at Vogue Australia. Holly shares her experience studying at Billy Blue as she created her graduate collection 'ARTYST', and how her internship at Vogue will set her up for industry success.

Career opportunities
Successfully completing a Bachelor of Branded Fashion Design opens doors for you in organisations across a variety of fashion and related sectors or prepares you to launch your own clothing range.
Potential career paths
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Fashion Designer
Average salary: $58,750 - $82,200 -
Trend Forecaster
Average salary: $56,741 - $176,601 -
Fashion Buyer
Average salary: $65,000 -
Merchandise Planner
Average salary: $84,250 - $120,000 -
Brand Manager
Average salary: $88,690 - $150,000

Subjects and units
This course comprises of eight core subjects, 15 specialisation subjects and one elective subject.
Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours self-directed study.
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Year 1
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Year 2
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Year 3
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Electives
Requirements
Core subjects
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Design Context | DCX101
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Design Studio 1 | DSO102
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Design Studio 2 | DSO103
Specialisation subjects
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Fashion Illustration | FA101A
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Introduction to Branded Fashion Technical Drawing | FA104A
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Introduction to Shape and Form (Co-requisite FA108A) | FA107A
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Fashion Studio Practice (Pre-requisite FA107A) | FA108A
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Fashion vs Clothing | FA106A
Requirements
Core subjects
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Design Studio 3 | DSO201
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Problem Based Learning Studio | PBL202
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Discover, Define, Develop, Deliver | DDD203
Specialisation subjects
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International Fashion Systems (Pre-requisite FA106A) | FA201A
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Digital Print Design and Print Theory | FA202A
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Tech and Specs for Fashion | FA203A
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Enterprise Management Systems | FA208A
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Advanced Draping and Sewing | FA207A
Requirements
Core subjects
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Social Enterprise | SEN301
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Work Integrated Learning | WIL302
Specialisation subjects
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Collection Design | FA301A
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Professional Folio Production | FA302A
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Portfolio Range | FA305A
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Technical Portfolio Production | FA306A
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Branded Fashion Production | FA307A
Requirements
Elective subjects
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Fashion and Social Media | FA204A
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Fashion Marketing and Brand Development | FA303A
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Fashion Buying and Merchandise Planning | FA304A
International students must not enrol in more than one-third (33%) of online subjects over their course, and must study at least one face-to-face subject each study period. For more information, visit Study in Australia.
International students on a student visa are required to study full time (i.e. must complete a minimum of 1.0 EFTSL of study per year). For the latest information on study locations, please check the entry requirements flyer.
Industry partners and work placements
Engage with industry throughout your course as you complete an industry brief or internship, gaining valuable work experience in your dream field.




Entry details
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Domestic
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International
Fees
Check the domestic course fee schedule for the cost of your course.
FEE-HELP
Eligible Australian students may choose to defer some, or all, of their tuition fees through FEE-HELP, a loan scheme repaid through the tax system based on income.
Scholarships
If you are truly passionate about Design and Creative Technology, we want to hear from you. We have a variety of Design and Creative Technology scholarships on offer to assist you in becoming a key part of the Design and Creative Technology industry:Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application, check that you meet the requirements listed below.
Year 12 (Australian secondary school certificate) or equivalent
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Successful completion of a Vocational qualification (AQF Level 4), or above
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Successful completion of a Higher Education qualification
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Work life experience demonstrating the ability to undertake study at the required level.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with us. Check information about Recognition of Prior Learning and Course Credit transfer. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.Fees
Check the international course fee schedule for the cost of your course. Onshore international students requiring a student visa should choose campus-based / blended options.
Fee payment
Course fees can be paid across three study periods. Each instalment to be paid before the beginning of the academic stage census date.
Scholarships
We want you to have the best possible chance to succeed, which is why we offer a range of financial scholarships to support our international students during their study journey.Admission criteria
Before you begin your course application to study as an international student, check that you meet the requirements below.
Guaranteed pathway and Recognition of Prior Learning
If you have already completed a qualification or gained skills through life or work experience, you may be able to credit this against your degree with us. Check information about Recognition of Prior Learning and Course Credit transfer. We also offer pathway opportunities to further your learning.How to apply

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Frequently asked questions
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