C09143v2 Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)
Award(s): Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) (BIntSt(Hon))Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles (BDesign)
CRICOS code: 106924H
Commonwealth supported place?: Yes
Load credit points: 240
Course EFTSL: 5
Location: City campus
Notes
This is an exit-only course. There is no direct admission to it. Current UTS students may be able to submit an Internal Course Transfer (Graduating) application to exit with this course. See the Course transfer page for further details.
This course version is for students commencing in 2022 and onwards.
Overview
Course aims
Career options
Course intended learning outcomes
Inherent requirements
Applications
Assumed knowledge
Course duration and attendance
Course structure
Course completion requirements
Course program
Levels of award
Other information
Overview
The Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) is an exit-point for students who have completed the International Honours pathway within the Bachelor of Design in Fashion and Textiles Bachelor of International Studies (C10307).
In the fourth year of the combined degree, International Honours students spend an academic year studying in the local language at a university in the country of their major and also complete an honours level research project under the supervision of a relevant UTS academic.
Entry to the International Honours pathway is dependent on students maintaining a credit average (or higher) in both their International Studies and professional degree in their first three years of study, and on the availability of placements in particular majors.
While UTS recognises that a commercial framework is important, students are encouraged to become industry leaders through a focus on innovation, experimentation, individual expression and the future of fashion. They have full access to world-class textile and fashion workshops, working under the close supervision of expert staff. This experimental spirit is balanced by close industry ties. Students get the opportunity to work on real-world projects with brands such as Jets Swimwear, Think Positive, Australian Wool Innovation, Calcoup Knitwear and Swarovski.
UTS also understands that the fashion industry is as much about people as it is about garments: using studios and interdisciplinary subjects, students gain the communication and teamwork skills to develop, articulate and sell their creations to peers and industry. Graduates are recognised globally and many have gone on to work or study overseas, including fashion capitals London, New York, Tokyo and Milan. Leading international designers employing UTS graduates include Alexander McQueen, Kenzo, Abercrombie and Fitch, and Helmut Lang.
The international experience of the international studies component further enhances career prospects.
Course aims
The course is designed to provide students with an outlook and ambition that extends beyond the university, cultivating a collaborative and global vision of design. Central to the course is the integration of theory and practice in relation to fashion and textile design. Students are expected to develop an understanding of the formation and application of their own individual design language and theoretical position in relationship to historical and contemporary contexts.
The first year introduces design principles and challenges design thinking. Within the second year students have the opportunity to diversify according to their area of interest and strength in areas including innovation in material research, types of technologies, engaging with digital design, methods of construction, approaches to either flat patternmaking or drape.
The fashion studio and professional practice subjects in third year have been designed to extend students' understanding of global fashion and to provide them with a choice of design projects and areas of specialisation.
A further two years of study introduce and consolidate the learning of a language and culture other than English.
Career options
Career options include womenswear designer, menswear designer, fashion producer, art/creative director, textile designer, print designer and fashion forecaster. Some graduates start their own business, while others work in an established company locally or with larger international brands. Graduates can also work in fashion media, including marketing, public relations and journalism roles.
Course intended learning outcomes
| A.0 | Attitudes and Values |
| A.1 | Recognise the importance of sustainability to fashion and textiles industries |
| A.2 | Demonstrate an awareness of the social and ethical responsibilities of a fashion and textile designer |
| A.3 | Demonstrated understanding of appropriate academic and professional practice in the acknowledgement of others' work and ideas |
| A.4 | Demonstrate respect and value for diverse ways of knowing, being and doing, in particular recognising the diversity of Indigenous Australians while critically reflecting upon the impact of ongoing colonisation and integrating this knowledge into practice. |
| C.0 | Communication and groupwork |
| C.1 | Ability to collaborate and work with others, including within diverse social and cultural contexts |
| C.2 | Effectively communicate concepts in fashion and textiles in performative, oral, visual and written forms |
| C.3 | Respond to constructive criticism and feedback |
| I.0 | Innovation and Creativity |
| I.1 | Develop an original aesthetic sensibility |
| I.2 | Demonstrate an ability to speculate, experiment, challenge boundaries and take risks |
| I.3 | Demonstrate an ability to adapt technology and materials creatively |
| INT.1.0 | Professional Readiness |
| INT.1.1 | Understand and employ effective strategies to operate within professional and everyday settings across diverse cultures in Australia and internationally. |
| INT.2.0 | Critical and Creative Inquiry |
| INT.2.1 | Conduct a major independent applied research project using advanced theoretical and specialised knowledge into international aspects of contemporary societies and cultures. |
| INT.2.2 | Evaluate critically research findings and creatively use applied research methods to understand complex problems. |
| INT.3.0 | International and Intercultural Engagement |
| INT.3.1 | Understand and engage with cultural diversities in Australia and internationally. |
| INT.4.0 | Indigenous Competencies |
| INT.4.1 | Acquire knowledge and skills of Indigenous Australian communication, engagement, research ethics and practices to work effectively with and for Indigenous Australians across a professional context. |
| INT.5.0 | Active Citizenship |
| INT.5.1 | Engage critically with current issues to act in socially responsible ways in Australian and international settings. |
| INT.6.0 | Effective Communication |
| INT.6.1 | Communicate clearly and effectively in written and spoken language using diverse digital technologies. |
| P.0 | Practical and Professional |
| P.1 | Demonstrate self-directed learning and self-initiated problem-solving |
| P.2 | Demonstrate the ability to acquire, use and integrate relevant technical skills into creative projects. |
| P.3 | Understanding business and marketing relevant to the fashion and textile industry |
| P.4 | Effectively manage time to complete projects with accuracy, rigour and care |
| P.5 | Accuracy, rigour and care |
| R.0 | Research and Critique |
| R.1 | Analyse and synthesise knowledge in both visual and written forms to undertake in-depth research. |
| R.2 | Ability to construct well-supported arguments and rationale |
| R.3 | Ability to reflect on practice and research |
| R.4 | Interpret complex ideas and connect them to fashion and textile practice. |
Key
INT = International Studies course intended learning outcomes (CILOs)
Inherent requirements
Inherent requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course. For more information about inherent requirements and where prospective and current students can get assistance and advice regarding these, see the UTS Inherent requirements page.
Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course.
UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.
For course specific information see the Faculty of Design, Architecture and Building Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.
For course specific information see the Bachelor of International Studies Diploma in Languages Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement
Applications
Assumed knowledge
There are no prior language requirements for the international studies program. During their first year of study students complete a language survey to ensure they commence their language and culture study at the appropriate level.
Course duration and attendance
The course is offered on a five-year, full-time or part-time equivalent basis. Students spend two sessions of study at a university or other higher education institution in the country of their major.
Course structure
Students must complete 240 credit points comprising 108 credit points of core subjects, a 24-credit-point of design studies, 12 credit points of electives in fashion and textiles, and 96 credit points of international studies subjects.
International Studies (96 credit points)
- Intercultural Communication (8 credit points)
- International Research Methods (8 credit points)
- Contemporary Society subject (8 credit points)
- Language and Culture subjects (32 credit points)
- International Honours (40 credit points)
Overseas study
International Honours students spend a full year at a relevant partner university where they complete an honours level research project.
Course completion requirements
| STM91426 Core Subjects (Fashion and Textiles) | 108cp | |
| STM91882 Design Studies | 18cp | |
| STM91883 Electives Choice | 18cp | |
| CBK92058 Country and Language choice (Honours) | 96cp | |
| Total | 240cp |
Course program
The example program below is for a student commencing in Autumn session and is undertaking the course with the German Language and Culture major, and the International Honours pathway.
Levels of award
The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) may be awarded with first class honours, second class honours division 1, second class honours division 2, and Pass level.
The calculation of the Honours level is based upon the 48 credit points of study completed in the UTS subjects 999781 International Research Methods, In-country Study and Fieldwork Project 1 and In-country Study and Fieldwork Project 2, all completed while students are overseas on In-country Study.
Other information
Further information is available from the UTS Student Centre on:
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