FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHAT COURSES DO YOU OFFER?
National Fashion College offers an Advanced Certificate of Fashion, a one-year course that is completely exclusive to us and has been designed by a panel of over 40 experts that currently sit in senior roles in the industry. It is the only Fashion Course in the World that has been designed by experts, for future experts!
WHERE CAN I STUDY WITH YOU?
You can study On-Campus or Online. On-Campus classes consist of 1 x 4-hour class weekly from our Sydney or Melbourne campus. Online classes consist of 2 x 2-hour classes weekly, LIVE through our virtual classroom.
WHO TEACHES YOUR COURSES?
All Teachers (or as we refer, Experts) at National Fashion College currently work in the Fashion Industry. A pre-requisite of ours, is that each trainer has a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in the industry. Ensuring that our students are being taught by leaders with an abundance of experience.
ARE THERE ANY PREREQUISITES?
Students must book in for an appointment prior to admission. You can book either a Campus Tour, Phone or Virtual Appointment by clicking here. Understanding the student’s needs is essential to ensure the course aligns with their goals.
Students must have completed Year 10 or equivalent studies. Students wishing to exit school must send through a letter from their Careers Advisor or School Admin granting approval to study with us, together with a letter from their legal Guardian or Parent.
For students in NSW, click here for more information.
For students in VIC, click here for more information.
Alternatively, students can study with us while completing their final years of High School. This option is available exclusively online, ensuring that their High School commitments remain uninterrupted.
There are no ATAR requirements to study at National Fashion College.
WHAT IS THE COST OF STUDYING?
We will email you a payment guide that outlines our course fee and flexible payment options immediately after you download a course brochure.
HOW DO I ASSIST AT AUSTRALIAN FASHION WEEK?
All National Fashion College students, regardless of their choice of study (On-Campus or Online) have the opportunity to assist at Australian Fashion Week!
I’D LOVE TO GO TO NEW YORK OR LONDON! HOW DO I APPLY?
Applications for our annual program to New York and London Fashion Week are exclusive to On-Campus Students. Attendance in the program is subject to acceptance, and all enrolled students will have this explained on Orientation Day. The program comes at an additional cost to the course fee.
HOW MANY INTAKES DO YOU OFFER EACH YEAR?
Students can commence their studies in one of four intakes each year – February, May, July and October.
I AM AN INTERNATIONAL STUDENT. AM I ELIGIBLE TO STUDY AT NATIONAL FASHION COLLEGE?
National Fashion College unfortunately does not accept International Students.
HOW DO I ENROL?
The enrolment process is simple!
Step 1: Simply book in a campus tour, zoom or phone appointment, or attend one of our Open Days. You can book here: https://www.nationalfashioncollege.com/appointments
Step 2: Complete an enrolment form (provided to you following your appointment / Open Day attendance) and email it to our Admissions Team on hello@nationalfashioncollege.com. An Enrolment Deposit is also required to secure your position.
Step 3. Our Admissions Team will confirm your Enrolment and send you information to prepare for Orientation Day and your commencement!
ARE THERE ANY ASSESSMENTS?
Students complete 4 x Major Projects throughout their studies with us – one for each term of studies. Major Projects are an amazing opportunity for you to showcase your ideas and respond to a brief in a creative way, just as you will when you step into a role in the industry. Major projects have been designed as a resource to take along to interviews and show potential employers how you execute compelling ideas!
WHY NATIONAL FASHION COLLEGE?
We are Australia’s number one industry-backed fashion college – with over 600 brands, businesses and creatives partnering exclusively with NFC and working solely with NFC students. Our course cannot be studied anywhere else globally. In addition to the most relevant curriculum in the industry, our unparalleled internship & work experience program places you at the forefront of the industry from day one of your studies with us.
HOW MANY INTERNSHIPS CAN I COMPLETE DURING MY STUDIES?
On-Campus students have access to unlimited internships throughout their studies with us! On-Campus students undertake an average of between 4 – 8 internships throughout the year.
Online students have access to one internship throughout their year of study, which is organised at a time that suits their other commitments throughout the duration of the course.
WHERE IS NFC?
Sydney Campus: 8 Hutchinson Street, St Peters, Sydney, NSW, 2044
Melbourne Campus: 31 Nelson Street, Abbotsford, Melbourne, VIC, 3067
Both campuses are conveniently located with ample street parking, and close proximity to major train, tram and bus stations.