Foundation Studies - Art, Design and Architecture (FS022ADA) (108492M) + Certificate IV - Textile Design, Development and Production (C4404) (0100789)

Foundation Studies - Art, Design and Architecture (FS022ADA) (108492M): Foundation Studies is delivered by the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training, a fully owned entity of the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University. Foundation Studies provides students with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need for their future academic success.

Located in the heart of the vibrant city of Melbourne, close to cafés, shops, arts and entertainment precincts, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology Training’s Foundation Studies specialist staff support students every step of the way. The university provides opportunities to develop students' global and social network, setting them up for success at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and into the future.

To ensure students get the best start to their studies, the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology has invested in careers counselling, academic and welfare support for international students to access when and where it suits them.

Certificate IV - Textile Design, Development and Production (C4404) (0100789): The Certificate IV of Textile Design, Development and Production is a practical, studio-based course that gives students access to state-of-the-art facilities and industry-connected instructors to undertake project briefs.

Students will learn to create designs for knitted, woven and printed fabrics or textile products for a range of contexts, including fashion, interiors, homewares, craft and other commercial applications. They will develop skills in drawing, painting and illustration, design and concept development, as well as textile history and contemporary practice. They will learn how to present their concepts using computer-aided design techniques.

Students will build on their skills to create experimental textile samples using a range of materials and processes, including dye technologies, digital printing, laser cutting and fabric manipulation. With a focus on industry-based projects they will work with major and independent Australian and international companies, giving them the opportunity to be involved in developing a collection of textiles to technical and market specifications.

Please note that applicants from some countries will be required to pay a non-refundable application fee. The fee will go towards the tuition deposit for any students who enrol.